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Antique Master Shipwright's Chest, English, Mahogany, Tool Trunk, Victorian

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This is an antique master shipwright's chest. An English, ebonized mahogany tool trunk with ornate interior, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880. Wonderful craftsman's piece with hidden depths Displays a desirable aged patina Ebonized mahogany with dark, consistent hues throughout The polished mahogany interior is a true delight Stout, braced lid opens with a central recessed pull in brass Eye-catching lid interior with vaulted field panel bearing a Star of David motif Trunk fascia’s finished with the four suits in contrasting lighter inlays Four opening compartments on pairs of brass hinges Compartments comprise of six individual pieces and are fully removable Unusual sliding bottom shelf reveals hidden storage space beneath Broad dovetail joints and brass dressed corners for strength Raised upon a continuous plinth base This is a superb antique master shipwright's chest with an attractive, lovingly crafted interior. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home. Dimensions: Max width 91cm (35.75”) Max depth 50cm (19.75”) Max height 53.5cm (21”).
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 21.07 in (53.5 cm)Width: 35.83 in (91 cm)Depth: 19.69 in (50 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Mahogany,Ebonized
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18.66001stDibs: LU2645320619312

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