Vintage Hand-Painted New Zealand Wooden Trinket Box

Vintage Hand-Painted New Zealand Wooden Trinket Box

$95.00
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Vintage Hand-Painted New Zealand Wooden Trinket Box
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Vintage Hand-Painted New Zealand Wooden Trinket Box
$95.00

A vintage rectangular wooden keepsake box with a hinged lid, decorated with detailed hand-painted New Zealand iconography on a warm honey-toned timber finish.

The central panel features an arrangement of native flora and cultural symbols, including golden kōwhai blossoms, white mānuka flowers, a pōhutukawa/karaka-style cluster, a white mountain lily (Mount Cook buttercup), a green hei-tiki, and a black-and-gold lizard (mokomoko).

Flanking both the left and right edges are traditional red, black, and white kōwhaiwhai-inspired scroll borders.

Well-suited for storing jewellery, stationery, or small personal keepsakes on a dresser or desk.

Details & Condition:
  • Material: Honey-toned timber (likely NZ native wood) with hand-painted enamel/acrylic artwork and clear varnish finish
  • Era: Mid-to-late 20th Century (circa 1950s–1970s)
  • Condition: Good vintage condition with clean, crisp paintwork and a smooth varnished finish. Shows light, age-appropriate surface wear and minor edge scuffs along the timber body. (Note: Add your exact dimensions and interior lining details once measured).
  • Measurements: 20cm x 12cm W x 7cm T


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