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Antique Primitive Dome Top Dovetail Gray Blanket Blanket Chest Trunk
Antique Primitive Dome Top Dovetail Gray Blanket Blanket Chest Trunk

Antique Primitive Dome Top Dovetail Gray Blanket Blanket Chest Trunk

Located in Philadelphia, PA

19th century antique Primitive dome top dovetail gray blanket blanket chest trunk. Item features dovetail joints, distressed gray painted finish, solid wood construction, circa 19th ...

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19th Century American Primitive Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Wood, Paint

Berber Wedding Blanket
Berber Wedding Blanket

Berber Wedding Blanket

By Berber Tribes of Morocco

Located in Glasgow, GB

This is a beautiful Wedding blanket from the Berber people of the Atlas mountains of Morocco. 100 % handspun wool and all natural dyes .

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Early 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Wool

Pendleton Wool Trade Blanket
Pendleton Wool Trade Blanket

Pendleton Wool Trade Blanket

By Pendleton

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Pendleton double sided wool trade blanket with edge binding and label remnants. Colors are bold and vibrant in banded hues of yellow, red, and orange with overlaid crystal and geomet...

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Wool

Pendleton Wool Trade Blanket
Pendleton Wool Trade Blanket

Pendleton Wool Trade Blanket

By Pendleton

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Pendleton double sided wool trade blanket (1921) with edging, no label. Featuring warm colors of brown, beige, and red arranged in a crystal design with geometric banding.

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Wool

Pendleton Wool Trade Blanket
Pendleton Wool Trade Blanket

Pendleton Wool Trade Blanket

By Pendleton

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Pendleton double sided wool trade blanket with edged binding and label. Featuring bright, warm colors of red, green, yellow, and browns on banded ombre background.

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Early 20th Century American Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Wool

Pendleton Indian Design Blanket ( Cayuse )
Pendleton Indian Design Blanket ( Cayuse )

Pendleton Indian Design Blanket ( Cayuse )

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The blanket is in great shape.Great colors and design.

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1920s American Adirondack Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Wool

Pendleton Cayuse Wool Trade Blanket
Pendleton Cayuse Wool Trade Blanket

Pendleton Cayuse Wool Trade Blanket

By Pendleton

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Pendleton Cayuse double sided wool trade blanket with label. Featuring bold yellow colors and large geometric patterns, with three bands having brown, orange and green coloring.

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Early 20th Century American Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Wool

Pendleton Shriner's Wool Trade Blanket
Pendleton Shriner's Wool Trade Blanket

Pendleton Shriner's Wool Trade Blanket

By Pendleton

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Pendleton wool trade blanket with remnants of label. Double sided with Shriner's symbol.

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Wool

Geometric Blanket Chest
Geometric Blanket Chest

Geometric Blanket Chest

Located in Greenwich, CT

An early blanket or keepsafe chest having flat hinged top over front with geometric molded decoration, lightly canted sides with integral shaped feet and boarded back.

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Early 1700s English Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Oak

Antique Blanket Chest
Antique Blanket Chest

Antique Blanket Chest

Located in Bradenton, FL

An antique pine blanket chest dated 1763 on the back. The rectangular top with beveled trim opens to reveal a deep storage compartment.

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1760s American Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Wood, Pine

Chippendale Blanket Chest
Chippendale Blanket Chest

Chippendale Blanket Chest

Located in East Aurora, NY

A great example of a large Pine six board 18th century Chippendale blanket chest. This piece has an excellent color and patina on an older refinish and has been cleaned and waxed.

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18th Century American Chippendale Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Pine

Rustic Blanket Chest
Rustic Blanket Chest

Rustic Blanket Chest

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Italian 18th Century Brick red painted chest. Wood rustic with strap hinges on faded bracket feet. Wood is old; 6 board pine chest.

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1830s Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Wood

Fringed Cotton Beacon Blanket, circa 1920
Fringed Cotton Beacon Blanket, circa 1920

Fringed Cotton Beacon Blanket, circa 1920

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Southwestern, Beacon Blanket, Vintage, Geometric

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1920s American Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Cotton

Vintage Primitive Blanket Chest
Vintage Primitive Blanket Chest

Vintage Primitive Blanket Chest

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This exceptional 19th-century American primitive blanket chest is a testament to honest, enduring craftsmanship.

Category

19th Century American Rustic Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Iron

Vintage Primitive Blanket Chest
Vintage Primitive Blanket Chest

Vintage Primitive Blanket Chest

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Perfect for storing blankets, linens, or keepsakes, this chest adds a warm, farmhouse touch to any space.

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Late 19th Century American Bohemian Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Wood

Antique Southwest Native American Handwoven Blanket C1930
Antique Southwest Native American Handwoven Blanket C1930

Antique Southwest Native American Handwoven Blanket C1930

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique Southwest Native American Handwoven Blanket C1930 Measures - 49 5/8" x 77" This is a handwoven blanket from the Southwest Native American tradition, dating to around 1930.

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Wool

Rustic Blue Blanket Chest
Rustic Blue Blanket Chest

Rustic Blue Blanket Chest

Located in Bradenton, FL

An antique rustic style blanket chest painted in a rich Giverny blue, popular in early 20th Century interiors and named after the village in Northern France where Claude Monet lived.

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Early 20th Century Rustic Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Wood, Paint

Harlequin Painted Blanket Chest
Harlequin Painted Blanket Chest

Harlequin Painted Blanket Chest

Located in Cirencester, GB

This storage chest is late 19th Century having been recently hand painted by us, with this giant, blue, harlequin design. A fun way to add some colour and pattern into an interior s...

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Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Pine

Antique American Blanket Chest
Antique American Blanket Chest

Antique American Blanket Chest

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Supported on four bracket feet, the chest has a lower pair of short drawers with brass drawer pulls. Above, the chest has a very large compartment accessed by lifting its thickly cut...

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19th Century American Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Brass

19th century blanket chest
19th century blanket chest

19th century blanket chest

$700Sale Price|75% Off

19th century blanket chest

By Societé anonyme francaise

Located in TARBES, FR

magnificent patina for this chest, all the ironwork was made by hand, the top of the chest shows significant traces of wear and tear, see photos in Europe, until the end of the Ren...

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Late 19th Century French Campaign Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Oak

Grain Painted Blanket Chest, Pennsylvania
Grain Painted Blanket Chest, Pennsylvania

Grain Painted Blanket Chest, Pennsylvania

Located in Savannah, GA

A grain painted blanket chest, Pennsylvania circa 1850. 31 ¾ inches wide by 17 ¾ inches deep by 23 ¼ inches tall

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Mid-19th Century American Folk Art Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Wood, Paint

French Blanket Chest circa 1830
French Blanket Chest circa 1830

French Blanket Chest circa 1830

Located in Denton, TX

Rustic country French coffer used for storage of linens and blankets. Beautiful French oak with forged iron lock, there is no key available.

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Early 19th Century French Country Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Iron

Pine Trunk or Blanket Chest
Pine Trunk or Blanket Chest

Pine Trunk or Blanket Chest

Located in Baltimore, MD

A bold ogee molding is pegged onto the edge of the top of this handsome trunk.. The top lifts on iron strap hinges, to reveal a deep storage well with a lidded candle box on the upp...

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Early 20th Century German Country Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Pine

Irish Georgian Mahogany Blanket Chest
Irish Georgian Mahogany Blanket Chest

Irish Georgian Mahogany Blanket Chest

Located in Essex, MA

With a rectangular hinged top with molded edge over a conforming case with deep well over a long drawer. The base with two drawers over a central carved scallop shell , raised on cab...

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1780s Irish Georgian Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Vermont Grain Painted Blanket Chest
Antique Vermont Grain Painted Blanket Chest

Antique Vermont Grain Painted Blanket Chest

Located in Cambridge, US

USA, ca. early 19th century. A wonderful blanket or mule chest most likely made in Vermont during the 1820s or 1830s.

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Early 19th Century American Federal Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Iron

American Federal Blanket Chest, c.1820
American Federal Blanket Chest, c.1820

American Federal Blanket Chest, c.1820

Located in Savannah, GA

A Federal painted blanket chest, circa 1820. 48 inches wide by 20 ½ inches deep by 26 ½ inches tall

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1820s Federal Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Wood

Farmhouse Antique Wood Trunk Blanket Chest
Farmhouse Antique Wood Trunk Blanket Chest

Farmhouse Antique Wood Trunk Blanket Chest

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Antique Wood Trunk Farmhouse Rustic storage blanket chest Fabulous hardware 19 h x 59.13 w x 20.25  interior 55.5 x 16.25x 16.75 Original unrestored vintage distressed wood patinated...

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Early 20th Century Rustic Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Brass

19th Century Grain Painted Blanket Chest
19th Century Grain Painted Blanket Chest

19th Century Grain Painted Blanket Chest

Located in Nantucket, MA

19th century pine blanket chest with traces of blue-green and grain paint as well as original gilt scalloped design.

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Late 19th Century North American Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Pine, Paint

English Art & Crafts Oak Blanket Chest
English Art & Crafts Oak Blanket Chest

English Art & Crafts Oak Blanket Chest

Located in Montreal, QC

English Arts & Crafts oak blanket chest with hand painted Art Nouveau flowers.

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1890s English Arts and Crafts Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Oak

Vintage Boho Knotty Pine Blanket Chest
Vintage Boho Knotty Pine Blanket Chest

Vintage Boho Knotty Pine Blanket Chest

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Celebrate the beauty of rustic craftsmanship with this charming Vintage Knotty Pine Blanket Chest. Featuring rich wood grain, decorative scalloped apron, and fluted corner columns, t...

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Metal

18th Century English Oak Blanket Chest
18th Century English Oak Blanket Chest

18th Century English Oak Blanket Chest

Located in High Point, NC

Early 18th century oak blanket chest from England. the top has three panels, surrounded by a frame with a beveled edge.

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Early 18th Century English William and Mary Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Oak

18th Century Irish Mahogany Blanket Chest
18th Century Irish Mahogany Blanket Chest

18th Century Irish Mahogany Blanket Chest

Located in Dublin 8, IE

18th century Irish mahogany blanket chest supported over heavily carved acanthus stand with two short drawers terminating on hairy paw feet decorated with ornate brass fittings throu...

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Late 18th Century Irish George III Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Mahogany

17th Century Jacobean Oak Blanket Chest
17th Century Jacobean Oak Blanket Chest

17th Century Jacobean Oak Blanket Chest

Located in New York, NY

Made in the 17th Century, this Jacobean blanket chest was handcrafted from oak. The wood has a warm, burnt-umber tone.

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17th Century English Jacobean Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Oak

Edwardian Oak Blanket Chest, circa 1900
Edwardian Oak Blanket Chest, circa 1900

Edwardian Oak Blanket Chest, circa 1900

Located in High Point, NC

circa 1900-1910 English Edwardian blanket chest from England. The top is paneled, and follows down to paneled sides on all four sides for easy placement in any room.

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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Oak

1791 Floral Painted Alpine Blanket Chest
1791 Floral Painted Alpine Blanket Chest

1791 Floral Painted Alpine Blanket Chest

Located in Vo', Veneto

Painted Chest - Tyrol 1791 Tyrolean painted chest dated 1791, made of fir wood, decorated with a faux marble ground and floral motifs. Technical Information: Period: 1791 Origin: Ty...

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1790s Italian Louis XV Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Fir

1801 Floral Painted Alpine Blanket Chest
1801 Floral Painted Alpine Blanket Chest

1801 Floral Painted Alpine Blanket Chest

Located in Vo', Veneto

Painted Tyrolean chest dated 1801 Painted chest dated 1801, decorated with floral motifs, typical of the Alpine tradition of 19th-century Central Europe. Technical information: Peri...

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Early 1800s Italian Other Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Fir

English Oak Blanket Chest / Box c.1680
English Oak Blanket Chest / Box c.1680

English Oak Blanket Chest / Box c.1680

Located in Pomona, CA

Simple blanket chest design from the late 17th. century.

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1680s English British Colonial Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Oak

Blanket Chest - Red Floral Painted 1800
Blanket Chest - Red Floral Painted 1800

Blanket Chest - Red Floral Painted 1800

Located in Vo', Veneto

Painted Chest dated 1800 Technical information: Period: Dated 1800 Origin: Alpine / Central European area Wood type: Fir Height: 43 cm 16.93 in Width: 112 cm 44.09 in Depth: 57 cm 2...

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Early 1800s Italian Other Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Fir

Spanish Carved Blanket Chest, Renaissance Revival Style
Spanish Carved Blanket Chest, Renaissance Revival Style

Spanish Carved Blanket Chest, Renaissance Revival Style

Located in BÉTERA, ES

Magnificent Spanish blanket chest crafted in richly carved wood with bold Renaissance Revival styling.

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Early 20th Century Spanish Renaissance Revival Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Bronze

Antique New England Grain Painted Blanket Chest
Antique New England Grain Painted Blanket Chest

Antique New England Grain Painted Blanket Chest

Located in Cambridge, US

USA, ca. 1820s. A charming high blanket chest found - and most likely made - in Maine.

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1820s American Federal Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Iron

Large Dutch Oak Blanket Chest, Ca 1700
Large Dutch Oak Blanket Chest, Ca 1700

Large Dutch Oak Blanket Chest, Ca 1700

Located in Delft, NL

Large Dutch Oak blanket chest, ca 1700 Dutch oak blanket chest from the late 17th Century/early 18th Century.

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Late 17th Century Dutch Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Oak

Vintage Rustic Norwegian Hand Painted Blanket Chest
Vintage Rustic Norwegian Hand Painted Blanket Chest

Vintage Rustic Norwegian Hand Painted Blanket Chest

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A fantastic vintage Rustic blanket chest. Beautiful hand painted detail in a large scale chest.

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Early 20th Century Norwegian Rustic Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Paint

19thc Original Salmon & Decorated Pennsylvania Blanket  Chest
19thc Original Salmon & Decorated Pennsylvania Blanket  Chest

19thc Original Salmon & Decorated Pennsylvania Blanket Chest

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The back is original and unpainted as most blanket chests are.This is in very sturdy condition.

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19th Century American Adirondack Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Pine

Antique Eastern European Natural Pine Blanket Chest
Antique Eastern European Natural Pine Blanket Chest

Antique Eastern European Natural Pine Blanket Chest

Located in Centennial, CO

A charming and functional antique circa 1900 Eastern European natural pine blanket chest. Beautiful dovetail construction is evident at the corners.

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Early 20th Century Austrian Rustic Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Pine

19th Century American Six Board Blanket Chest
19th Century American Six Board Blanket Chest

19th Century American Six Board Blanket Chest

Located in High Point, NC

Early 19th century American pine blanket chest made from six boards. The color is a brick reddish brown and is original to the piece.

Category

19th Century American Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Pine

Vintage Boho 19th Century Pine Blanket Chest
Vintage Boho 19th Century Pine Blanket Chest

Vintage Boho 19th Century Pine Blanket Chest

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Capture the essence of rustic charm with this Vintage Boho 19th Century Pine Blanket Chest, a timeless piece that blends history with bohemian style.

Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Pine

19th Century European Hand Painted Blanket Chest
19th Century European Hand Painted Blanket Chest

19th Century European Hand Painted Blanket Chest

Located in Sheffield, MA

19th C. paint decorated blanket box or coffer. The front panel has a later added decoupage which has since been partially lost.

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19th Century European Renaissance Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Metal

Antique 19th Century American Country Blanket Chest
Antique 19th Century American Country Blanket Chest

Antique 19th Century American Country Blanket Chest

Located in Sheffield, MA

Can be used for storage or coffee table. Place the blanket chest at the bottom of a bed or in a mud room and add a cushion for a bit of height for seating.

Category

19th Century American Rustic Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Wood

Late 18th Century English Oak Blanket Chest
Late 18th Century English Oak Blanket Chest

Late 18th Century English Oak Blanket Chest

Located in High Point, NC

Late 18th century oak blanket chest from England. The chest has a quadruple paneled top with molded edges, which lifts to an open interior.

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Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Oak

19th Century English Oak Carved Blanket Chest
19th Century English Oak Carved Blanket Chest

19th Century English Oak Carved Blanket Chest

Located in High Point, NC

19th century hand carved oak blanket chest from England. The top has three panels, following down to a plain paneled back and sides.

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Oak

Painted Alpine Blanket Chest - Europe circa 1790
Painted Alpine Blanket Chest - Europe circa 1790

Painted Alpine Blanket Chest - Europe circa 1790

Located in Vo', Veneto

Tyrolean Painted Chest Technical information: Period: second half of the 18th century Origin: Tyrol Wood: Fir Height: 84 cm (33.07 in) Width: 137 cm (53.94 in) Depth: 55 cm (21.65 i...

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1790s Italian Louis XV Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Fir

Mid 18th Century Floral Painted Blanket Chest
Mid 18th Century Floral Painted Blanket Chest

Mid 18th Century Floral Painted Blanket Chest

Located in Vo', Veneto

Tyrolean painted chest H. 81 – W. 147 – P. 69 Ancient Tyrolean chest, entirely built in fir wood. The surface has been decorated with a dark brown background color, semi-covering, ...

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Mid-18th Century Austrian Folk Art Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Fir

1846 Alpine Blue Floral Painted Blanket Chest
1846 Alpine Blue Floral Painted Blanket Chest

1846 Alpine Blue Floral Painted Blanket Chest

Located in Vo', Veneto

Painted Tyrolean Chest in Spruce Wood - Dated 1826 Wood Type: Spruce wood Period: Early 19th century (dated 1846) Origin: Tyrol (Val di Fassa) Dimensions: Height: 79 cm - Width: 14...

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1840s Italian Other Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Fir

19Thc Original Painted Blanket Chest From Epharta, Pennsylvania
19Thc Original Painted Blanket Chest From Epharta, Pennsylvania

19Thc Original Painted Blanket Chest From Epharta, Pennsylvania

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19Thc Original painted blanket chest from Epharta ,Pennsylvania circa 1840-1850.This blanket chest has interior drawers and dovetailed case.The feet are taper feet and very unusual o...

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19th Century American Adirondack Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Wood

Stripped Pine Blanket Box, Coffee Table or ToyBox
Stripped Pine Blanket Box, Coffee Table or ToyBox

Stripped Pine Blanket Box, Coffee Table or ToyBox

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Stripped Pine Blanket Box, Coffee Table or ToyBox Victorian Pine Blanket Box or Coffee Table, this piece has many uses This is a good quality pine box it has been fully restored, i...

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1880s Arts and Crafts Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Pine

Antique William and Mary One Drawer Blanket Chest
Antique William and Mary One Drawer Blanket Chest

Antique William and Mary One Drawer Blanket Chest

Located in Charleston, SC

A lovely William and Mary one drawer blanket chest with unusually well laid out double arch molding design and especially elegant turned ball feet.

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Early 18th Century American William and Mary Antique Blankets Blankets

Materials

Brass

Late 19th Century Chinese Red Lacquer Blanket Chest
Late 19th Century Chinese Red Lacquer Blanket Chest

Late 19th Century Chinese Red Lacquer Blanket Chest

Located in Sacramento, CA

Late 19th century Chinese red lacquer blanket chest with rattan top. These chests were often used for storage in homes, particularly for bedding and textiles, combining functionality...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Blankets Blankets

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Wood

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Antique Blankets Blankets For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of antique blankets blankets is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct antique blankets blankets — often made from wood, fabric and metal — can elevate any home. Antique blankets blankets have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of antique blankets blankets to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Folk Art, Victorian and Baroque antique blankets blankets are of considerable interest. Many antique blankets blankets are appealing in their simplicity, but Navajo Indian Art, Pendleton Woolen Mills and Navajo produced popular antique blankets blankets that are worth a look.

How Much are Antique Blankets Blankets?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,243, while they’re typically $20 on the low end and $300,000 highest priced.
Questions About Antique Blankets Blankets
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A wedding blanket is a blanket that was traditionally woven by hand in anticipation of a wedding and thought to bring blessings and good luck to the marriage. Find a wide variety of wedding blankets on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A Pendleton blanket is a native Indian trade blanket, produced by the Pendleton company, based on suggestions from tribes of Northwest Oregon. It is made with the advanced Jacquard looms that create complex designs which were considered impossible to weave. A Pendleton blanket is considered a symbol of cultural pride and a prized gift by many. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage blankets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A bed blanket is a generic term that refers to a bed covering that is thicker than a sheet. A bed blanket can be a quilit, duvet or even a comforter.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A blanket box refers to a piece of storage furniture that is primarily used to store blankets and quilts. Find a collection of antique and vintage blanket boxes on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A chief's blanket is a type of textile produced by the Navajo indigenous people. It usually features stripes and geometric forms in black and white colors. Some designs also include blue and red. The name comes from the fact that European traders usually only saw high-ranking members of tribes using them because they were luxury items among the Navajo. On 1stDibs, find a selection of chief's blankets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Beacon Manufacturing Company was first established in 1904, with the blankets being made in Bedford, Massachusetts. In 1923, founder Charles Owens II moved the company to Swannanoa, North Carolina. Shop a collection of Beacon blankets from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mohair is the wool that’s created from an Angora goat. It’s very soft to the touch and lightweight, which is why mohair is a lovely textile for blankets—it gives them softness and warmth without weight. Shop a collection of mohair blankets from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mexican blankets are called serapes. Serapes are long blants that are made up of bright colored and have fringed edges.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Navajo blankets are also known as “chief’s blankets”. They were referred to as such because in the days of trading, the blankets were so expensive that only the chiefs could afford them. You’ll find a variety of chief blankets from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    No, a duvet cover is not a blanket. A duvet cover is a type of bedding defined as a soft flat bag filled with down or other filling materials. A blanket, on the other hand, is a single layer covering.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To wash a Beacon blanket, place it in the washing machine. Use cold water and the gentle cycle to launder. Then, dry it in the dryer on low heat. Keep in mind that if your blanket still has a paper label attached, washing it may decrease its value. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Beacon blankets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, mohair is considered warm. Mohair is found in knitted cold weather clothing and blankets. It is desirable because it has the same warmth as wool but is lightweight, wears better and is less itchy to wear. Find a collection of mohair products, including blankets, on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A king size blanket is the perfect size blanket for a king size bed. You can expect a king size blanket to measure 108 inches by 90-100 inches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Navajo blankets are worth so much because they're extremely rare; only 50 of these first-phase blankets, which Ute Indians made until roughly 1865, survive today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The most well-known Native American blankets come from Navajo weaving, which are prized by collectors worldwide. Originally utilitarian, the Navajo people began creating blankets specifically for export and tourism in the 19th century. Shop a collection of Navajo blankets from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In the early 1800s to 1900s, Mexican blankets, or serapes, were hand-woven using wool. However, since the 1930s, most serapes have been made using a cotton and an acrylic blend of materials. You’ll find a variety of serapes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can tell if a Native American blanket is real by looking for lazy lines. These are slight aberrations in the texture when the weaver moved position. You can also look at the ends — if there is double or triple warping with cotton, these are not authentic. Authentic blankets have a continuous warp that runs around, while the knock-offs will be cut and woven back in. Shop a collection of Native American blankets from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if a Navajo blanket or rug is real, examine the ends. On an authentic rug or blanket, the weaving is continuous. If the ends of the yarns appear tucked in, the item is not continuous and unlikely to be authentic. Find a range of expertly vetted Navajo blankets and rugs on 1stDibs.