Description
Some objects weren’t made to simply decorate walls—they were made to hold time.
This antique marriage board, hand-painted in 1864 in Keil, Germany, is one of those pieces.
In 1898, a couple engraved their union here on an original brightly colored piece decorated with hand-painted tulips with almost devotional delicacy —perhaps as a wedding gift, a father’s gesture, or simply a tradition rooted in love and hope. Whatever the story, this 19th-century hand-painted wedding plaque has survived over 100 years as a silent witness to a life shared.
These commemorative wedding boards were common across rural 19th-century Europe, especially in Germany and France. Each one was unique—decorated with floral motifs, symbolic hearts, and script that tells of a time when handwriting mattered.
Now, this one is here. Not to be hidden in a cabinet—but to tell its story in your home. In your reading nook, hallway, or… in the vintage wedding you have been dreaming of for so long. The painting preserves its original beauty, the contrasts and vivid colors that give it its strength and make it so special.
Imagine it paired with antique lace, timeworn linens, or sepia portraits. This isn’t just a collectible—it’s a conversation, a memory waiting to be shared.
Come see it in person, or reach out via our online shop. It’s not the only one—we have more waiting with stories of their own.
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