Small hand-carved wooden box by Magnus O. Sveen, Lesja

Small hand-carved wooden box by Magnus O. Sveen from Lesja, richly decorated with traditional acanthus carving. The box has a splendid, finely worked appearance with decoration on both the lid and sides, and stands on small carved feet.

Magnus O. Sveen was known for his ornamental carving and made, among other things, boxes, porridge ladles, bellows and beer tankards. He belonged to the woodcarving tradition of Lesja, where traditional acanthus carving has remained strong through several generations.

• Hand-carved in wood
• Richly decorated with traditional acanthus carving
• Made by Magnus O. Sveen, Lesja

• Measurements:
  - Length approx. 17 cm
  - Depth approx. 10.2 cm
  - Height approx. 8 cm

• Condition:
  Presents in very good condition with light signs of age and wear.

See photos for details and condition.