Norwegian Hand Painted Box Early 1900s | Rosemaling Folk Art Dome Top Chest | Working Lock Key | Antique Jewelry Trinket Box

An authentic Norwegian hand painted wooden chest from the early 1900s, featuring traditional rosemaling folk art decoration and a distinctive dome top lid. This charming jewelry box represents the folk art painting traditions of early 20th century Norway, where decorative painted boxes were treasured household items.

The chest showcases rosemaling characteristics with its warm golden ochre background providing the canvas for an elaborate floral composition. The design features symmetrical scrollwork patterns in deep green outlined with dotted details, complemented by touches of teal blue, coral red, and yellow accents. The central motif displays a stylized floral bouquet with heart-shaped elements, surrounded by flowing C-scrolls and organic tendrils that create movement across all surfaces.

The dome-shaped hinged lid adds architectural interest to the piece, with its curved top painted with continuing floral patterns. The base and all edges are painted in a contrasting forest green, creating visual structure and framing the decorative panels. This green trim shows honest wear that adds to the box's authentic character.

A particularly valuable feature is the inclusion of the original working lock mechanism with its key. The ornate keyhole escutcheon on the front is both functional and decorative, and the lock operates smoothly. Inside, the chest features a natural wood interior with a divider creating two compartments, ideal for organizing jewelry or small treasures.

The entire piece displays a stunning natural patina that only decades of age and use can create. The paint shows appropriate wear consistent with early 20th century use, with some areas of loss and surface wear that add to the authentic character rather than detracting from it. This is a genuine antique with the charm and personality of over 100 years of history.

📍 Subject: Norwegian hand painted rosemaling dome top chest
📸 Medium: Hand painted wood with traditional folk art decoration
🖼 Type: Early 1900s Norwegian folk art jewelry box with working lock
📏 Dimensions:
Length: 14.8 cm (5.83 in)
Width: 9.5 cm (3.74 in)
Height: 11 cm (4.33 in)
⏳ Date: Early 1900s
✨ Condition: Good vintage condition showing authentic age and use. The chest displays stunning natural patina from a long life. Paint shows wear consistent with early 20th century use, with some loss to edges and high-traffic areas that adds authentic character. Original working lock with key included and functional. Hinges operate smoothly. Interior divider intact. Green base paint shows honest wear. Structurally sound. This is a genuine antique with charm from over 100 years of history. See photos for complete condition assessment.

🎁 This early 1900s Norwegian rosemaling chest appeals to collectors of Scandinavian folk art, those seeking authentic Norwegian decorative pieces with working mechanisms, and enthusiasts of traditional hand painted furniture. The dome top design and included working lock with key make this particularly desirable. Functional as jewelry box with divider compartments or purely decorative display celebrating Nordic craftsmanship.

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