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18th Century Green-Painted Primitive Swedish Root Wood Bowl

Description
18th century green-painted primitive Swedish root wood bowl with handles. Hand-carved from burl root wood. Interior retains early brown-ocher paint, and exterior of bowl is scraped back revealing early green paint. Inscribed on bottom with initials "LMO" and "EPS" and dated 1789.

Origin:	Sweden
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	Hand-carved and painted burl root wood
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Some losses and fading to early - or original - painted finish.
Creation Date:	1789
Styles / Movements:	Folk Art, Traditional
Patterns:	Handmade, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	3002
Incollect Reference #:	672803