Originating from the autonomous region between France and Spain known as the Basque Country, this oak kutxa trunk was hand-carved in the early 1900s. In the Basque language, kutxa translates to “box”, which is an apt description for this small, well-carved trunk. Both sides are adorned with a square rosette with raised chamfered petals. Two similar carvings grace the front façade, but these motifs are arranged in a circular pinwheel fashion. In between are a series of geometric carvings of a rectangle with canted sides set within a circle and the still-functioning iron hasp (no key). The tall block legs provide a high profile, with the front two legs embellished with a repeating foliate motif. A perfect bedroom accessory for storing blankets, pillows, or linens, our kutxa trunk can also be used in a living room, hallway, or bathroom.

CONDITION: Very good condition with minor age separations and lifting to one side of the top. Commensurate wear to hasp, presenting as oxidation and rubs. Slight traces of old wood worm damage, most noticeably to the interior. Recent restoration work to strengthen some of the joineries.