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Shop Sweets | Vintage Indonesian Wooden Container with Lid
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Overhead view of the container with lid closed, focusing on concentric carvings and worn button top detail
Close-up of open carved wooden container, interior wood grain and hand-hewn edge details visible Image 3 of 3
Close-up of open carved wooden container, interior wood grain and hand-hewn edge details visible
Angled view of the open container with curved lid leaning gently against the bowl, showing concentric carvings
Overhead view of the container with lid closed, focusing on concentric carvings and worn button top detail
Close-up of open carved wooden container, interior wood grain and hand-hewn edge details visible

Sweets | Vintage Indonesian Wooden Container with Lid

US$195.00

This rounded and lightweight wooden container, found in Sumatra, Indonesia, was once used to store sweets and small treats. Its softly curved silhouette is accented by a series of hand-carved lines that repeat in quiet rhythm, creating a sense of balance and movement. The lid, topped with a now-broken button, still fits snugly—its subtle imperfection adding character and contrast to the otherwise smooth form.

Inside the lid and at the base of the container, delicate emblem markings hint at its story, etched faintly over time. These hidden touches lend a sense of intimacy, as if meant to be discovered slowly and appreciated in quiet moments.

This piece may stir personal memories—perhaps of a beloved grandparent’s sweet jar, brought out for family gatherings or offered as a reward for patience. Its presence carries that same gentle spirit and makes it an evocative object for the home.

Whether styled in a kitchen, displayed on a bookshelf, or used to store tokens and trinkets, this container blends heritage and humility in a way that feels humbly luxurious.


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This rounded and lightweight wooden container, found in Sumatra, Indonesia, was once used to store sweets and small treats. Its softly curved silhouette is accented by a series of hand-carved lines that repeat in quiet rhythm, creating a sense of balance and movement. The lid, topped with a now-broken button, still fits snugly—its subtle imperfection adding character and contrast to the otherwise smooth form.

Inside the lid and at the base of the container, delicate emblem markings hint at its story, etched faintly over time. These hidden touches lend a sense of intimacy, as if meant to be discovered slowly and appreciated in quiet moments.

This piece may stir personal memories—perhaps of a beloved grandparent’s sweet jar, brought out for family gatherings or offered as a reward for patience. Its presence carries that same gentle spirit and makes it an evocative object for the home.

Whether styled in a kitchen, displayed on a bookshelf, or used to store tokens and trinkets, this container blends heritage and humility in a way that feels humbly luxurious.


This rounded and lightweight wooden container, found in Sumatra, Indonesia, was once used to store sweets and small treats. Its softly curved silhouette is accented by a series of hand-carved lines that repeat in quiet rhythm, creating a sense of balance and movement. The lid, topped with a now-broken button, still fits snugly—its subtle imperfection adding character and contrast to the otherwise smooth form.

Inside the lid and at the base of the container, delicate emblem markings hint at its story, etched faintly over time. These hidden touches lend a sense of intimacy, as if meant to be discovered slowly and appreciated in quiet moments.

This piece may stir personal memories—perhaps of a beloved grandparent’s sweet jar, brought out for family gatherings or offered as a reward for patience. Its presence carries that same gentle spirit and makes it an evocative object for the home.

Whether styled in a kitchen, displayed on a bookshelf, or used to store tokens and trinkets, this container blends heritage and humility in a way that feels humbly luxurious.


 
 

Date: Unknown

Origin: Sumatra, Indonesia

Material: Hand-carved Wood

Condition: Shows signs of tears and use throughout, especially around the top.

Dimension: H 12 x D 17 cm

Care: Clean regularly with a natural product designed for wood like natural wax. This piece has been treated and waxed and therefore it should not be used for cooking or eating purposes.

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