Antique 1906 Pyrography Wood Glove Box Arts Crafts Floral Pokerwork Dated 1907

Antique Pyrography Wooden Glove Box – Christmas 1906 / New Year 1907  Beautiful early 20th-century wooden glove box featuring extensive hand-worked pyrography/pokerwork decoration. The lid and sides are richly decorated with an intricate floral and botanical design, with the word “Gloves” incorporated into the artwork on the lid.  What makes this example particularly special is the period inscription on the underside. It is handwritten/burned with “Merry Christmas 1906” and “Happy New Year 1907,” providing wonderful evidence of its age and history.  The long rectangular form is characteristic of period glove boxes, which were used to store the long ladies’ gloves fashionable during the Edwardian era.  Features include circa 1906–1907 dating; detailed floral/botanical pyrography; “Gloves” incorporated into the lid design; decorated lid and sides; ornate brass-tone clasp; unfinished wooden interior; and original period inscriptions underneath.  The box is approximately 120 years old and shows appropriate antique wear. There is age-related wear, surface variation, scratches and some separation/damage to the wood near one corner/edge, as visible in the photographs. The brass-tone hardware shows natural oxidation/patina. The interior also shows normal age and use.  An especially attractive example of American Arts & Crafts-era pyrography folk/decorative art.  Please examine all photographs carefully as they are an important part of the condition description.