Vintage Deborah Bump Wooden Turtle Box Mid Century Studio Craft Signed For Sale

ITEM SPECIFICS:

• Brand / Artist: Deborah D. Bump
• Type: Trinket Box / Jewelry Box
• Material: Laminated Solid Wood (Multi-Tone)
• Subject: Turtle / Animal Figural
• Style: Studio Craft / Mid-Century Modern / Folk Art
• Handmade: Yes
• Signed: Yes (Marked on bottom)
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States (Vermont)
• Condition: Used (Very good vintage condition)

DESCRIPTION:
Up for sale is a beautiful, highly collectible vintage laminated wood turtle box handcrafted by noted Vermont studio artist Deborah Bump. Known for her whimsical animal-form secret stash and jewelry boxes from the 1970s and 1980s, this turtle is a wonderful example of her legendary woodwork.This piece is carved from expertly laminated multi-tone contrasting woods that create a stunning, stylized "shell" pattern. True to her signature style, the turtle's head pulls smoothly straight out, serving as the handle to reveal a hidden, integrated small storage drawer perfect for jewelry, rings, or small keepsakes.The bottom is clearly hand-marked/incised with the artist's signature: "Deborah Bump".EXACT MEASUREMENTS:

• Length: 8 inches
• Width: 5 inches
• Height: 4 inches

CONDITION DETAILS:

• Overall Condition: Very good vintage condition with a beautiful natural luster.
• Wood & Finish: The wood surface is smooth with a rich grain pattern. No deep gouges, chips, or structural cracks. Shows only light, minor surface wear from age and handling.
• Mechanism: The hidden drawer slide functions perfectly and fits securely flush when pushed back in.

Shop Policies & Shipping InformationI specialize inunique collectiblesand want you to be thrilled with your purchase! Please review my policies below to ensure a smooth transaction.Item Condition & Authenticity

• Vintage Nature:Most items are old or vintage. While I don't have pets or smoke, these items may have light aging, minor odors, or shelf wear (especially paper/cloth).
• Transparency:I personally inspect every item. Anychips, cracks, or repairswill be clearly noted in the description. If it?s not mentioned, the item is free of those flaws.
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• Note: Terms like Art Deco, Art Nouveau, or Mid-Century refer to the specific style or era of the piece.

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