Antique Ships Chest

Unusually large ships chest from Sado Island. Nice original patina.

A charming old late 19th century ships carpenters chest with the original fitted interior comprising of two removable sections, one having just a hinged top with the other having a h...

Sourced from Morocco, this maritime treasure chest likely came originally from Spain or Portugal, as the ships sails display the Red Cross flags of the Spanish Armada.

This sea chest has an asymmetric form which obviously was made to fit within the confines of a ship.

Interesting English 19th century ships chest of drawers / bedside cabinet. 1860.

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.

This is an antique ship's chest. An English, pine merchant or tool trunk, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.

Unusual in my travels with rectangular top and brass gallery to prevent items from sliding off in rough seas, two over three drawers including a pull out slide, side towel rails, pli...

This is an antique steamer trunk of marine interest, an English travel or ship's chest in stained pine and metal lined, dating to the late 19th century, circa 1880.

Ships chest of drawers in solid mahogany with original brass handles and locks.

This fanciful copy of a ship captain's chest was hand-painted in the late 19th Century for the cottage furniture market. 2 over 3 drawers, turned feet, name of Capt.

Also known as "ship's chests" because sailors and merchants used them.

This is an antique chest dating to the late 17th century. Raised on the extended stiles, this chest is of panelled construction held within robust 40 mm thick, oak stock displayin...

This is an antique steamer chest of marine interest, an English travel or ship's trunk by the prestigious Bristol firm of W Insall & Sons.

Amazing and timeless English ship commode, chest of drawers / bureau with two separate bodies with side handles for easy transport.

Hand painted Nautical chest of drawers depicting a large ship, various merpeople and what looks like an Armorial of Queen Victoria.

Large Decorated Camphor Wood Blanket Chest This Beautiful Chest is made from and overlaid with Camphor Wood, the decoration is of ships, tigers and dragons The chest stands on small...

However the main reason for using camphor wood is its fragrance, it smells a bit like eucalyptus and this most attractive of smells repels moths hence its common use in the best qual...

Japanese Antique Funadansu Ship Chest Keyaki Iron Hardware on Stand Japan, Edo period, circa 1800 14.5"W × 19.5"D × 18.5"H (chest only); 27.5"H overall on stand 37 × 50 × 47 cm che...

Shipping Included: The chest ships from Germany, and shipping costs to Boston are included.

Spectacular English Campaign Chest - ship captain's desk / chest in two parts.

The brass fittings have been replace at one point. The chest of drawers ships from Germany and includes shipping costs and duty to Boston.  

We offer our clients to ship this fine Biedermeier chest by air for discounted price of $ 1,100.

An important relic that is as versatile as it is beautiful, this English lock box boasts exceptional quality and condition for its age. Also known as a ship’s chest, a sturdy lock bo...

A painted ship wrights chest with mahogany compartments and lining.

The marquetry work on this chest is truly magnificent. Additionally, the hardware on the chest features naval ships in the center.

Typically owned by captains and ship-owners, sea chests were used to display elevated social status in addition to protecting personal belongings.

Wildman of the British Vice-Consulate, Punta Arenas, Chile. A ship's travel chest dating to circa 1919. Of historical interest and original condition Of attractive, rustic, plank...

Outstanding ship Captain's sea chest in either teak or cedar with all original brass fittings and nail head swag design including name"captain_ _ _ _ _ _" ( last name illegible).

Antique English nautical captain N. Lord Clipper ship green painted blanket chest trunk. Item features hand painted details, solid wood construction, no key, but unlocked, very nice ...

It is as mentioned hand made from the timber of the HMS Royal Oak navy ship which was broken up in 1850 It is hand painted to an exquisite standard, the top depicts the ship full ...

However the main reason for using camphor wood is its fragrance, it smells a bit like Eucalyptus and this most attractive of smells repels moths hence its common use in the best qual...

Note the brass ball foot that would have been set into a small recess in the floor boards of the ship to keep the chest from moving.

Red lacquer ship’s tansu (chest).

Antique English Steel Metal Painted Ships Trunk "Star of India". Item features made in England by Whiteway, Laidlaw & Co., LTD, original painted finish, original labels and hardware,...

Known as a kakesuzuri (portable document chest) or a funadansu (ship's chest) from the late Edo era (c 1860).

Ship was built in 1877, chest is mid 19th century and I'm guessing the painting was done 50-75 years ago.

19th century Anglo-Chinese ship captain's desk / chest in two parts. Fitted with a secretary drawer (top row, middle drawer) and two small drawers with cubby holes.

A beautiful detail in a treasure chest. We ship securely worldwide; shipping for this item is included.

Antique pine ship's chest with original hinges and rope handles .

Original antique pine ship's chest with rope handles and depicting Nantucket whaling scene

Japanese kakesuzuri (ship chest) made of kiri wood throughtout with simple iron hardware.

A fine Japanese ship's chest, funa dansu, crafted of kiri (paulownia) wood.

This fanciful copy of a ship captain's chest was hand-painted in the late 19th Century for the cottage furniture market. 2 over 3 drawers, turned feet, name of Capt.

Decorated Pine Nautical Trunk with Becket Handles and Painted picture of an American Ship

A very good 19th Century campaign chest with two short drawers over three long with a slide-out shelf, original inset recessed brass military handles resting on bun feet - marked #86...

Japanese isho- dansu (clothing chest) made of kiri wood with finely crafted ironwork fitted with handles in kakute style; reflect the influence of ship's chests made in the region.

This chest is made of teak, a timber that is able to cope with the climate, as well as being resistant to seawater.

Brass Bound, Two-Handled Black Leather Trunk with Well-Painted Ship Scene on Top Featuring "HMS Lady Charlotte" Under the Command of Master John Burton Gill. End Panels Inscribed, "...

Teak is a strong hardwood but is also resistant to seawater and so was another good reason to use it as this chest was likely to have been lashed to the deck of ships on its journeys...

The flush steel corners were not only for decorative purposes, but more importantly they were inset to give strength and protection while this was being loaded and unloaded from pack...

The flush brass corners were not only for decorative purposes, but more importantly they were inset to give strength and protection while this was being loaded and unloaded from pack...

19th century English maritime carrying chest, possibly from a ship. Hinged lid with two false drawers above operational bottom drawer with compartments.

An antique carved Chinese camphor and blackwood chest. Blackwood front carved in relief with dragons in the sky / clouds. Fitted with original brass medalion, richly chiseled in th...

Antique heavily hand carved Asian blanket chest trunk from Hong Kong, Circa 1870s. Good vintage condition. Pad Lock Lockable Measures 41"W x 20.25"D x 22.75"H.

XIX Century Empire Commode 19th CENTURY EMPIRE CHEST. LARGE FRENCH EMPIRE CHEST IN MAHOGANY AND DECORATED WITH GOLDEN BRONZE.130X59X89 CM

Empire Canopy bed France Napoleon III From the 19th Century, In mahogany wood with appliqués in gilded bronze and classical figures. Fluted columns with Corinthian capitals. Ceilin...

A fine pair of 19th century English Regency mahogany and parcel gilt cabinets with White marble tops.

We are delighted to offer for sale this very nice circa 1900’s Chinese export Camphor wood travelling chest which has been ornately carved throughout A good looking and well made...

Exquisite Biedermeier Walnut Dresser from 1820, Southern Germany. This remarkable Biedermeier chest of drawers, dating back to 1820 and originating from Southern Germany, is a true t...

Louis XVI Rolltop or cylinder desk, France, 1780. This original Louis XVI cylinder desk has an elegant mahogany veneer with satinwood inlays. It has five exterior drawers. Behind the...

A sophisticated Queen Anne-period chinoiserie japanned chest raised on elegant cabriole legs with 'pony foot' carved detailing. This early-18th century chest on stand demonstrates t...

1900’s Chinese export Camphor wood travelling chest which has been ornately carved throughout A good looking and well made piece, this is a medium size, ideal for storage linens or...

Oriental Carved Camphor Wood Chest This Beautiful Carved Chest is made from Camphor Wood, for those of you who do not know camphor wood it is a hard wood which lends itself very wel...

Chinese camphor wood chest / drawer. Front with two doors behind which drawers chest, richly carved on all sides, first half of the 20th century.