Sewing box - Wood

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Italian vintage solid-wood sewing box from the 1960s, in good used condition with small signs of age; measures 56 cm high, 38 cm wide and 22 cm deep.

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Elegant vintage sewing box dating from the 60s/70s, an authentic example of functional Italian craftsmanship, capable of combining practicality and aesthetic taste in a single object with timeless charm.

Made of solid wood, probably beech or birch, it features a warm honey tone that naturally enhances the wood grain, giving depth and character to the surface. The structure is the classic expandable compartments with accordion-style opening, supported by sturdy metal guides that ensure stability and smooth movement.
The design, essential yet refined, is enriched by functional details such as the practical top handle for carrying and the slender legs, equipped with feet that facilitate movement and give a light visual feel to the whole. The compact and well-proportioned shape makes it ideal both as a daily-use item and as a decorative furniture complement with strong decorative impact.
Perfect for mid-century, shabby chic, or Nordic-style settings, this sewing box can also be reinterpreted as an original container for small objects, organizer, or decorative element capable of evoking domestic atmospheres of bygone times, intimate and welcoming.
The condition is good for its age, with normal signs of wear that attest to its authenticity and enhance its historical and collectible value.
An object that tells a story of everyday gestures, care, and tradition, today ready to find a new place in refined environments sensitive to the charm of vintage.

Adequate packaging and trackable shipping across Europe.

Elegant vintage sewing box dating from the 60s/70s, an authentic example of functional Italian craftsmanship, capable of combining practicality and aesthetic taste in a single object with timeless charm.

Made of solid wood, probably beech or birch, it features a warm honey tone that naturally enhances the wood grain, giving depth and character to the surface. The structure is the classic expandable compartments with accordion-style opening, supported by sturdy metal guides that ensure stability and smooth movement.
The design, essential yet refined, is enriched by functional details such as the practical top handle for carrying and the slender legs, equipped with feet that facilitate movement and give a light visual feel to the whole. The compact and well-proportioned shape makes it ideal both as a daily-use item and as a decorative furniture complement with strong decorative impact.
Perfect for mid-century, shabby chic, or Nordic-style settings, this sewing box can also be reinterpreted as an original container for small objects, organizer, or decorative element capable of evoking domestic atmospheres of bygone times, intimate and welcoming.
The condition is good for its age, with normal signs of wear that attest to its authenticity and enhance its historical and collectible value.
An object that tells a story of everyday gestures, care, and tradition, today ready to find a new place in refined environments sensitive to the charm of vintage.

Adequate packaging and trackable shipping across Europe.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
56 cm
Width
38 cm
Depth
22 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
ItalyVerified
1170
Objects sold
100%
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