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Vintage Carved Wood Lidded Jars Set Hand Painted Haitian Caribbean Folk Art
Vintage Carved Wood Lidded Jars Set Hand Painted Haitian Caribbean Folk Art
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Overview
A charming pair of vintage hand-turned wooden lidded jars showcasing vibrant tropical folk art design. Finished in a warm amber stain with bright crimson, emerald green, and carved leaf accents, these glossy vessels bring lively color and handcrafted warmth to vanity displays, open shelving, or bedside tables. They serve as exceptional accent pieces for Boho, Tropical, Eclectic, or Mid-Century interior styles.
Cultural & Artistic Background
Handcrafted in the Caribbean tradition of Hispaniola, these vessels highlight the region's long-standing woodturning and decorative painting practices. Shaped on a lathe from local hardwood, each jar features hand-incised floral motifs and bold, relief-cut lettering filled with rich pigments under a high-gloss protective lacquer. Inscribed with regional provenance and artisan signatures along the base, this set stands as a delightful representation of mid-to-late 20th-century island craft art.
Condition & Surface Character
• Excellent structural integrity across both vessels with no chips, cracks, or loose components.
• Original glossy lacquered finish remains smooth and reflective with minor age-appropriate surface wear.
• Hand-painted leaf motifs retain vivid color saturation.
• Lids fit securely and seat evenly atop both vessel openings.
Dimensions & Weight
• Larger Vessel: Height: 3.5 inches | Diameter: 4 inches
• Smaller Vessel: Height: 2.5 inches | Diameter: 2.5 inches
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