An early 19th C "babbekistje" from the island of Marken.
€ 275
Ref.:
24002
A "babbekistje ". Long 29 cm. Wide 21 cm. High 18 cm. Painted on all sides with typical landscapes with houses and turrets. These pinewood boxes were originally made in Southern Germany and transported to the island of Marken, the only place in Holland where they can be found. In Marken they were used to store childrens clothing of the traditional Marker wear. The box is in good condition with a smaal repair to the lid.