Miscellaneous, Box, Hide Covered, Studded, Vintage, Early 20th Century, 559

AN OUTSIDE-THE-BOX BOX.

This incredible piece is an early 20th Century vintage box. The hide-covered box is finished with nailhead trim, including a studded monogram “MBP” on the lid. Each side is outfitted with a leather handle and the interior is lined with a beautiful blue and white fabric. FUN FACT: It was used to carry shoeshine tools and you can still faintly smell the polish. A very cool piece with obvious authentic charm.

• materials: wood, leather, metal findings, fabric lining
• dimensions: 17" x 10" x 7 1/2"
• vintage condition
  
• leather is dry, split and coming away in places
  
• missing side handle
• discoloration and abrasions commensurate with age
• missing tacks
• great overall patina
• heavy wear from ethnographic use
• style number: Misc559