Antique 19th century Scandinavian brides box / Svepask. 
Scandivian bentwood brides box / Svepask with lid. These were also used to store food. Today they are often used to keep cake in. 
The nomadic Sami people used them as travel boxes, where silver spoons, pendants, belts and other treasured possessions were kept. 
 
A beautiful rustic piece full of history.
 
Measurements:
H: 33 cm
W: 93 cm
D: 49.5 cm