SOLD Norwegian Style Hand Carved Round Cherry Viking Wing Tine

Artisans : Wood : Bentwood : Tine,Tina,Svepask

 

Hand crafted in the woodworking shop 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, or tina. It can stand as a piece of art on its own, or it would make an excellent conversation piece, storage box for desk detritus, or jewelry box. One of our boxes has even been used to hold the ashes of a beloved pet. 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, the tines made at Sweetpea Cottage have been eagerly sought by discriminating collectors of fine artisan wood items.

Crafted like a piece of fine furniture, this is an elegantly styled bent wood box, with beautiful, graceful lines and rich color. This box has been entirely constructed with Pennsylvania black cherry emphasizing the beautiful grain and color of the wood. It has been steam bent and fastened together with split lacing in the style used by early Norwegian craftsmen. The cherry has a rich reddish-brown color, that will continue to darken with age. The corner posts are hand carved in a graceful “Viking wing” design that stands gracefully above the box as a tribute to the Nordic warriors who seem to define Norway. The hand carved handle on the lid is the traditional swooping arch pattern with a floral lozenge as the keystone. The lid snaps down tightly onto the corner posts, giving this type of box the nickname “snap box.” It is a beautiful interpretation of the traditional Norwegian, Swedish or Scandinavian, tine.

The box is round measuring about 5 3/4 inches in diameter and 8 inches from the outside ends of the lid. The total height is 5 1/4 inches, with the body of the box standing 3 inches tall. The wood has been treated with a Danish oil then finished with several coats of a polyurethane/oil finish and fine furniture 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 out the photos carefully, and you will see what a gem it is. 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 $10.00. Shop with confidence with us and you will never be disappointed.

Item ID: ArtTB-436