Antique Hand-Painted Wooden Container from Hotel Posta, 1880

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Charming antique hand-painted wooden container from the historic hotel posta in cortina d’ampezzo, characterized by an elegant oval form, stave … Read more Charming antique hand-painted wooden container from the historic hotel posta in cortina d’ampezzo, characterized by an elegant oval form, stave construction and original painted decoration in soft green tones with floral motifs and delicate scrolling ornaments.
its authentic patina, visible traces of use and beautifully aged surface give the piece the unmistakable character of an object that belonged to the atmosphere of an old alpine hotel.
a highly decorative example of italian alpine folk art, today ideal as an accent piece, umbrella stand or decorative container in both traditional and contemporary interiors.
provenance: hotel posta, cortina d’ampezzo; a&myart collection since 1978.
catalog number: ma a12
measures: h 61 cm × w 30 cm × d 20 cm. See less