Crate - Wood, Metal - Painter's Case





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Description from the seller
This painter's box from the first half of the 20th century is a piece with soul, a silent witness to creative days and to the artistic craft in its most intimate form. Made of solid wood, likely beech or pine, it presents a sturdy and functional structure, with aged metal hardware that reinforces its historic character. The leather handle, still firm, suggests it was designed to accompany the artist on his travels, from studios to outdoor landscapes.
The interior, clad in metal —possibly zinc or aluminum— reveals a practical intention: to facilitate cleaning and resist wear caused by pigments, oils, and solvents. The internal divisions allow organizing paint tubes, brushes, and other tools, while the stains and traces of color that can still be perceived speak of its real use, of hands that worked with passion and skill.
On the inside lid, there is a handwritten name that adds a personal and emotional dimension. It is not just a painter's box: it is the legacy of an artist, an extension of her creative identity. Each mark, every brushstroke, every wear on the wood tells a story of expression, of aesthetic pursuit, of dedication.
This object, beyond its function, holds documentary and emotional value. Preserved with respect, it can become a collectible piece, evoking art as a lived experience and the beauty of authenticity.
Certified shipping and good packaging.
Seller's Story
Translated by Google TranslateThis painter's box from the first half of the 20th century is a piece with soul, a silent witness to creative days and to the artistic craft in its most intimate form. Made of solid wood, likely beech or pine, it presents a sturdy and functional structure, with aged metal hardware that reinforces its historic character. The leather handle, still firm, suggests it was designed to accompany the artist on his travels, from studios to outdoor landscapes.
The interior, clad in metal —possibly zinc or aluminum— reveals a practical intention: to facilitate cleaning and resist wear caused by pigments, oils, and solvents. The internal divisions allow organizing paint tubes, brushes, and other tools, while the stains and traces of color that can still be perceived speak of its real use, of hands that worked with passion and skill.
On the inside lid, there is a handwritten name that adds a personal and emotional dimension. It is not just a painter's box: it is the legacy of an artist, an extension of her creative identity. Each mark, every brushstroke, every wear on the wood tells a story of expression, of aesthetic pursuit, of dedication.
This object, beyond its function, holds documentary and emotional value. Preserved with respect, it can become a collectible piece, evoking art as a lived experience and the beauty of authenticity.
Certified shipping and good packaging.

