$2,600.00 $3,250.00
Step back into the early world of Norwegian folk craftsmanship with this rare 18th century wooden bowl, hand dated 1747 and preserved with its original painted decoration and historic inscription. Large, sculptural and deeply aged, this is a remarkable survivor from early Scandinavian rural life.
The bowl is hand turned from solid wood and still retains old painted decoration with rosemaling-style brushwork and a Norwegian verse around the surface. Over more than 275 years, the wood has naturally moved and twisted, giving the bowl a beautiful organic shape while still standing evenly and securely on flat surfaces. The deep patina, worn paint, historic surface and balanced form all speak to its age, use and craftsmanship.
Today, this piece displays beautifully as early Norwegian folk art, primitive decor or a museum-grade Scandinavian collectible. Its large size, original paint, dated inscription and strong historic presence make it especially appealing for collectors of antique wooden bowls, Nordic folk art, early rural objects and rare Scandinavian heritage pieces.
- Origin: Norway
- Date: 1747
- Period: 18th century
- Object: Large antique wooden bowl
- Material: Hand turned solid wood
- Decoration: Original painted decoration and inscription
- Style: Early Norwegian folk art / primitive Scandinavian decor
- Color: Aged wood with original painted surface and deep patina
- Width: 16.53 in (42 cm)
- Height: 6.49 in (16.5 cm)
- Condition: Very good antique condition for its age. The bowl shows authentic age-related wear, original paint wear, patina, surface marks and natural wood movement. No cracks observed. Stands evenly and securely.
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