Lovely Old Artist's Travel Paint Box With Palette Clinton iowa I think it is likely

I think it is likely a sign of these times

and great rough surface

6 1/4" x 4 3/4" on card

Signed lower left

I am not quite certain if the small curves on the interior edge of the handle were intentionally made or not

Lovely Old Artist's Travel Paint Box With Palette Clinton iowa I think it is likelyPlenty of use left in this sweet old travel paint box, ready to be loaded up and taken on a plain air painting outing. Late 19th early 20th century I believe, with finger jointed corners, brass hardware, and a beautifully shaped old wooden palette (sadly with a couple of mended splits, but still pretty, and still totally usable) that fits neatly inside. 9 7 8" w x 7 1 2" d x 2 3 4" t. Used for sure but in overall very good condition with hinges firmly