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1850s Victorian Large Antique Ship's Chest, English, Ebonised Pine, Workman's Trunk

Name: 1850s Victorian Large Antique Ship's Chest, English, Ebonised Pine, Workman's Trunk
Price: 1875 USD
Availability: InStock

$1,875

London Fine Antiques

Exeter, Devon

Condition Notes: Presented in very good antique condition. Presented in very good antique condition. less

Description: This is a large antique ship's chest. An English, ebonised pine shipping or workman's trunk, dating to the early Victorian … more This is a large antique ship's chest. An English, ebonised pine shipping or workman's trunk, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.

Of impressive proportion, a delightfully weathered shipping chest
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order
Ebonised pine stocks present deep black tones to the exterior
Historically painted, clean interior a shock of off-red hues

Stout lid opens to near vertical upon internal strap hinges, with rear rest for support
Interior arranged with a pair of candle boxes, one with articulated lid
Dressed to the front fascia with and inset brass lock — untested, key absent
Tactile aged rope handles set within stout keepers for ease of carriage

This is a charming antique ship's chest, with large proportion and a bright, clean painted interior. Ideal for transit, decorative use or as a distinctive coffee table. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 97cm (38.25'')
Max Depth: 49.5cm (19.5'')
Max Height: 41cm (16.25'')

Internal Width: 84.5cm (33.25'')
Internal Depth: 40.5cm (16'')
Internal Height: 36cm (14.25'') less

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Exeter, Devon

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