Antique 1800s - 1900s Green Painted Tin Candle Box with Hinged Lid and Leather Crossbody Strap

Antique 1800s - 1900s Green Painted Tin Candle Box with Hinged Lid and Leather Crossbody StrapPLEASE be sure to read ALL of the FAQs and item info below before making your purchase. All SHIPPING OVERAGES will be refunded and group shipping options are always available. ***ALL SALES ARE FINAL*** No cancellations. DESCRIPTION: Elevate your dcor or ensemble with this striking early 19th century candle box, a piece that blends rustic heritage with timeless style. Crafted in a sleek cylindrical form from sturdy tin, it boasts a rich green painted

- PLEASE be sure to read ALL of the FAQs and item info below before making your purchase.

- All SHIPPING OVERAGES will be refunded and group shipping options are always available.

***ALL SALES ARE FINAL*** No cancellations.

DESCRIPTION: Elevate your décor or ensemble with this striking early 19th-century candle box, a piece that blends rustic heritage with timeless style. Crafted in a sleek cylindrical form from sturdy tin, it boasts a rich green painted finish and intricate pinwheel motifs that add a touch of artistry. The hinged lid and addition of a durable quality leather crossbody strap make it as functional as it is fashionable—perfect for hanging or styling as a statement accent. A true primitive treasure from the 1800s - 1900s, this one-of-a-kind piece brings history and character to any space. Add it to your collection and let vintage elegance shine.

HISTORY: Before the advent of electricity, candlelight was essential, and safeguarding candles was a daily necessity. This antique tin candle box, dating from the 18th to early 20th centuries, embodies that era’s practicality and charm. Crafted from durable tin, these boxes were designed to shield candles from moisture, damage, and accidental ignition. Their simple yet enduring construction made them indispensable in homes, workshops, and even aboard ships, where portability was vital. Today, surviving examples like this one offer a tangible connection to domestic traditions of the past, making them prized collectibles for lovers of history and design.

DATE: Circa 1800s - Early 1900s

CONDITION: This item is in overall excellent, gently worn, vintage condition. 

MEASUREMENTS: 
Overall Length: 10 inches wide
Roll Section Width: 3.75 inches wide
Overall Height: 6.5 inches tall
Strap Length: 47.5 at longest
Strap Length: 43.5 at shorest