Hand-Painted Folk Art Wooden Tiger Box

This is a hand-painted, square-shaped wooden storage box or planter characterized by a prominent 3D relief-style tiger figure attached to the front face. The box is constructed from thick wood panels, likely pine or ply, with butt-joint construction. The exterior is decorated with a vibrant, tiered folk-art pattern featuring wavelike black lines on a tan background, a central red band with black polka dots, and a lower ochre-toned section. The interior of the box matches this palette with a red upper wall, black center stripe, and orange base. A molded plastic or resin tiger figurine in a walking pose is adhered to the front; the figurine features realistic textures, black stripes over an orange and white coat, and a snarling expression. Notable condition issues include visible dust accumulation, fuzz on the interior rim, and slight wear to the paint finish at the edges. No visible maker’s marks are present, suggesting this is a modern DIY craft project or a mass-produced whimsical home decor item from the late 20th to early 21st century. The craftsmanship is expressive but rudimentary, emphasizing decorative utility over fine joinery.