SOLD Cherry Norwegian Tine, Bentwood Box, w/Lacing & Flower Design

Artisans : Wood : Bentwood : Tine,Tina,Svepask

 

Hand crafted at Sweetpea Cottage, this classic bentwood box is a unique item reflecting the simplicity of fine folk art, made in the traditional manner of the Norwegian tines, a forerunner to the Shaker box. It will be an excellent conversation piece, storage box for desk detritus, or jewelry box. If you know somebody of Scandinavian heritage, this would be a great, nostalgia gift. SEE OUR "FAVORITE LINKS" FOR INFORMATION ABOUT TINES. For years now, our tines have been eagerly sought and collected by discriminating collectors of fine artisan wood works.

This is an elegantly styled bent wood box, with beautiful, graceful lines and rich color. It is entirely constructed with Pennsylvania black cherry emphasizing the beautiful grain and color of the wood. Many modern tines are made from purchased veneers, but ours are all made from resawn blanks that we have cut ourselves. Carefully hand made at Sweetpea Cottage, it has been steam bent and fastened together with lacing in the traditional Norwegian style. The cherry has a rich red color, that will continue to darken with age. The corner posts are carved in a “floral motif” design that fits nicely with the graceful curve of the handle. The lid snaps down onto the corner posts, giving this type of box the nickname “snap box.” Overall, it is a beautiful interpretation of the traditional Norwegian , or Scandinavian, tine.

The box is oval measuring about 7 3/4 inches between the outside ends of the two posts and is 4 3/8 inches wide. The total height is 5 inches, with the body of the box standing 3 inches. The wood has been treated with a Danish oil, then finished with several coats of a polyurethane/oil finish, and finally hand-rubbed with a high quality wax. The oil has helped to bring out the richness of the cherry and the wood is developing the classic cherry patina that is so sought after.

If you are looking for a unique gift for a special person, then this is for you. Check the photos carefully, and you will see what a gem it is. High quality tines like this are very hard to find anywhere and it is reasonably priced for its quality and size. This is clearly destined to become a family heirloom for anybody who is lucky enough to own it. Sweetpea Cottage stands behind everything that we sell. If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, then you can return it for any reason. We will refund the full purchase price minus shipping charges. We ask that you notify us via email within 3 days of receiving your purchase that you intend to return it. Once it is returned to us in a timely fashion and in original condition, then we will issue your refund. Shipping for this item will be $9.00. Shop with confidence with us and you will never be disappointed. Keywords: Svepask, Svepaskar, Sweden, Swedish, bent wood, Shaker box, Sweden, Swedish, tina,

Item ID: ATB-385