590,00 €
An exceptional tramp art frame with a mirror. It is crafted from wooden cigarette boxes, which can be seen in the background of the frame, confirming its authenticity. The romantic touch to the frame is the heart at the top. An intriguing addition to your bathroom, hallway, or foyer.
Tramp art, also known as “hobo art,” was popular from around the 1870s to the 1940s. Nobody knows exactly when it began, but the materials used, especially wooden cigarette boxes, became standard around the 1850s. Smoking cigarettes was very popular at the time, and by law, cigarette manufacturers couldn’t reuse the boxes, making them an excellent source of material. Tramp art is believed to have evolved from the folk art tradition of carving. Cigar boxes and pieces of wood from dismantled wooden crates were carved and pieced together, creating picture frames, decorated boxes, and even items of furniture. The style is said to have originated from Germany and Scandinavia but can be found in all industrialized countries. The name comes from the myth that tramp art was created by hobos and that they would typically exchange their creations for food and shelter. Although there is some truth to this myth, many tramp art creators were skilled artisans who devoted much time to their creative endeavors. Most tramp art pieces are not signed or dated, adding to the mystique surrounding them.
Dimensions: 64.5 x 45 x 2.5 cm
Weight: 2.8 kg
The mirror is excellently preserved.
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| Weight | 2,8 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 64,5 × 45 × 2,5 cm |
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