This charming vintage trinket or keepsake box features a rich, dark-stained wood body accented by intricately etched panels. The panels are crafted in a "faux-scrimshaw" style, depicting historical 17th-century trades.

  • Motifs: The lid and side panels display iconic scenes from the "Book of Trades." Notable figures include a Weaver at a loom, a Cooper tightening a barrel, and a Blacksmith at the anvil.

  • Artistry: The etchings are highly detailed with a darkened "inked" patina to mimic authentic antique scrimshaw.

  • Interior: Typically features a felt lining (if present) or a smooth sanded wood finish.

  • Hardware: Hinged lid with antiqued brass-tone hardware.

Product Specifications

  • Material: Wood (base), Bone or Faux-Bone/Resin (panels).

  • Origin: Most likely USA or Canada (Late 20th Century reproductions by companies like Artek or similar maritime folk art brands).

  • Age: Circa 1960s–1980s (Vintage Reproduction of 1694 designs).

  • Dimensions: 3" Height x 7.5" Length x 3.75" Width.

  • Condition: Great vintage condition. Please note any minor surface wear to the wood or fading of the inked etchings as shown in photos.

 

Reference for Listing

Source: Het Menselyk Bedryf ("The Book of Trades")

Author: Jan Luyken and Caspar Luyken

Original Publication Date: 1694, Amsterdam

Reference Note: The engravings used on this box are faithful recreations of the original plates by Jan Luyken. For example, the Weaver is Plate #16, the Cooper is Plate #40, and the Smith is Plate #28 in the original collection.

Item dimensions: 3" tall × 7.5" wide × 3.75" deep  

Weight of item: 1 lb 2 oz

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Styled With

Vintage Scrimshaw Bone & Wood Trinket Box – Jan Luyken Book of Trades Etchings – Weaver Cooper Smith – Antique Style Keepsake Box

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