Vintage Scandinavian Style Bentwood Svepask Box, Pyrography Art, Signed 1998 For Sale

This is an exceptional vintage Scandinavian style bentwood box (traditionally known as a svepask or bride\'s box). Crafted from beautifully grained natural pine or birch, the box features an elongated oval silhouette with classic interlocking carved swallowtail joints securing the overlapping wood band.The lid and sides are intricately detailed with hand-burned pyrography (wood-burning) artwork. A continuous band of delicate ivy leaves wraps around the exterior base, while the lid showcases a geometric border design, additional ivy accents, and a sturdy, integrated central carrying handle flanked by hand-carved end tabs.The underside of the base is proudly initialed and dated by the artisan with a wood-burned maker\'s mark reading \"K. M. 98\".• Material: Natural bentwood (likely pine or birch) with pyrography detailing• Color: Warm honey-toned natural wood finish; clean, unfinished light wood interior• Style: Scandinavian Folk Art / Nordic Traditional Craft• Length: Approximately 13.5 inches (from handle tip to handle tip)• Width: Approximately 5.75 inches (at the widest point of the lid)• Height: Approximately 4.75 inches (to the top of the lid handle)• Condition: Excellent pre-owned vintage condition. The wood-burned details remain sharp and dark. The lid fits securely, and the interior is pristine and clean with no stains or odors. Minor, normal shelf wear on the bottom base.