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Wooden Folk Art Objects390 of 867Very odd looking wooden carving with 2 octogan sort of cups at each endAcorn Box on Acorn Feet
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    Posted 11 years ago

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    AuntieM
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    This box is a stumper for me, I have no idea what it may have been used for, any ideas would be appreciated. It is delicately carved walnut wood on all 4 sides and measures 5 1/4" L x 3 1/2" W x 4" T

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    1. Zowie Zowie, 11 years ago
      It looks like a collection box of some sort I hope this helps as it's just a guess
    2. Efesgirl Efesgirl, 11 years ago
      Kind of looks like something for mail - to be fitted in a big, thick front door. I dunno....lol! I like it though!
    3. Zowie Zowie, 11 years ago
      It does look like a letter box & door handle I think you are spot on
    4. AuntieM AuntieM, 11 years ago
      I just found out today that it is a vintage cigarette and match dispenser from the 40's. Thanks for the suggestions!

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