An antique birch bark backpack woven in the traditional Scandinavian style. This piece shows the beautiful wear and character that develop only through age — softened edges, patinated bark, and a stiffened structure that reflects its many decades of life. The original woven bark straps remain intact but not connected at the base. The piece may no longer be suitable for practical use.
Because of its age and fragility, this backpack is best appreciated as a collection, study, or display piece, offering a rare glimpse into historic Nordic craft traditions. Its form, construction, and materials speak to a time when birch bark containers were everyday tools, valued for their resourcefulness and durability.
A striking and authentic example of early Scandinavian bark weaving, ideal for collectors, craft enthusiasts, or anyone drawn to the history of handmade objects.
This is a vintage piece by an unknown maker.
Size: 32 cm wide
39 cm tall
An antique birch bark backpack woven in the traditional Scandinavian style. This piece shows the beautiful wear and character that develop only through age — softened edges, patinated bark, and a stiffened structure that reflects its many decades of life. The original woven bark straps remain intact but not connected at the base. The piece may no longer be suitable for practical use.
Because of its age and fragility, this backpack is best appreciated as a collection, study, or display piece, offering a rare glimpse into historic Nordic craft traditions. Its form, construction, and materials speak to a time when birch bark containers were everyday tools, valued for their resourcefulness and durability.
A striking and authentic example of early Scandinavian bark weaving, ideal for collectors, craft enthusiasts, or anyone drawn to the history of handmade objects.
This is a vintage piece by an unknown maker.
Size: 32 cm wide
39 cm tall
