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Antique Folk Art Memory Box
Antique Folk Art Memory Box
Regular price
$325.00 USD
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$325.00 USD
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Antique Folk Art Memory Box
Dimensions: 9" Long x 5.5" Wide x 5.5" Tall
(dimensions include the items attached to it)
Weight: 3 lbs
Details:
This is likely a box for a little girl based on the art illustration print on the front. Items attached to the box include shells, marbles, metal/brass animals, stones, beads, glass, a horseshoe, teeth, necklace charms, clasps, and coins. Likely from the early to late 1800s.
Stamped on Bottom:
- Mohl & Kenning 4 Dist. Mich 50
- Factory No. 252 4. Dist. Mich. 50
History:Â
Mohl & Kenning: Edward E Mohl was born on July 20, 1858 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He later took over his father's business, bringing on John E. Kenning as a business partner 18 months later. They were located at 39 Pearl St., Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Condition:
- Very old with a lot of beautiful patina
- Lid is not attached, but sits on top of box