Bidspirit auction | Antique Oval Bentwood Pantry Box

Antique Oval Bentwood Pantry Box - Length: 6 inches. This antique oval pantry box features a traditional bentwood construction, likely utilizing maple or ash. The body and the fitted, overlapping lid are crafted from thin strips of wood steamed and bent into an oval form, secured at the lap joints with small tacks or pegs. The exterior displays a naturally aged, warm brown patina. The underside of the base features several hand-drawn graphite markings consisting of crossing lines, though these do not form a legible name or specific maker's mark. The interior reveals the natural grain of the wood and the flush-mounted bottom panel.