Antique Hand Painted Mexican Wedding Hope Chest antique Root and enamel are both

Root and enamel are both superb

New York City

Of the many things we could say about this bowl

Size: 11" L x 8

acquired in the late 1960s to early 1970s

Antique Hand Painted Mexican Wedding Hope Chest antique Root and enamel are bothA stunning and vibrant antique hope chest from Mexico, possibly a wedding chest given from husband to wife. The front and lid feature flower filled vases each containing a single red rose, a traditional symbol of love and fidelity. Handmade would have held household items such as linens that were collected by a young, unmarried woman in anticipation of married life. Original iron hinge and an especially well made lid that fits snugly. Fixed tray