Bal voor sjako officieren, ca. 1830-1831 c. 1830 - 1831

This 19th-century, anonymous, papier-mâché beehive is a fascinating example of folk art. The object is shaped like an elongated oval, with a series of horizontal ridges running along its surface. The beehive is attached to a metal wire handle, and it features a small opening at one end for the bees to enter and exit. The object's simplicity and functionality makes it a testament to the creative ingenuity of the era.