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LOVELY CHiNESE ELM STORAGE TRUNK OR CHEST OF LINEN & CLOTHES, TOYS PART OF A SET

$1,361.29
£995
€1,170.64
CA$1,869.52
A$2,092.36
CHF 1,092.54
MX$25,526.97
NOK 13,868.37
SEK 13,160.23
DKK 8,741.77
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Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely Chinese Elm with brass strap work storage trunk Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote, please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price. A very good looking and well made piece, made in the oriental style, I have a matching hexagon trunk listed under my other items This can be used for cloths, toys or as a large bin, its a really nice piece, I would use it to sit a TV on top or as a nice coffee or cocktail table We have cleaned waxed and polished it from top to bottom, there will be normal age related patina marks all over. Dimensions: Height 53cm Width 88.5cm Depth:- 50cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point, if you would like any additional or specific measurements please ask. Any questions please feel free to ask before you bid. Condition Please view the very detailed pictures as they form part of the description around condition Please note vintage period and original items such as leather seating will always have natural patina in the form of cracking creasing and wear, we recommend regular waxing to ensure no moisture is lost, also hand dyed leather is not recommended to sit in direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time as it will dry out and fade.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20.87 in (53 cm)Width: 34.85 in (88.5 cm)Depth: 19.69 in (50 cm)
  • Style:
    Chinese Export (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    West Sussex, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2823339749132

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