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Antique French Victorian Trompe-l'œil Carved Oak Blanket Chest Ottoman Bench

$2,250

£1,708.16

€1,953.77

CA$3,143.58

A$3,496.34

CHF 1,825.68

MX$42,546.78

NOK 23,316.74

SEK 21,866.99

DKK 14,581.75

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A rare, one of a kind late 19th century French carved oak coffer now fashioned as a functional bench as well, featuring modern purple trompe-l'œil faux cushioned seat upholstery with distinctive printed three dimensional button tufting. Blending traditional old world European furniture with bold contemporary style, the original antique coffer / trunk / blanket chest, circa 1875, having a hinged top that lifts open to reveal a spacious interior storage compartment and lid with contrasting red upholstery. The outside having a decorative front panel with cartouche framed by ornate floral and ribbon garland carvings, mounted with iron carrying handles at the sides, over a molded base, with heavy-duty three board planked bottom, rising on front bun feet. Dimensions: (approx) 23" High, 28.25" Wide, 19.25" Deep As warm and attractive as it is useful, having the ideal size and proportions for a variety of different uses, including as a end table, coffee table, ottoman, chair / bench, coal hod bucket / fireplace seat, storage cabinet, etc...

Dimensions:

Height: 23 in (58.42 cm)Width: 28.25 in (71.76 cm)Depth: 19.25 in (48.9 cm)

Style:

Victorian (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Oak,Upholstery,Hand-Carved,Hand-Crafted

Place of Origin:

France

Period:

Late 19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

circa 1875 with later upholstery

Condition:

Replacements made: Reupholstered with contemporary Trompe l’oeil upholstery. Wear consistent with age and use. Good antique condition with nicely aged warm rich dark oak patina. Wear consistent with age and use. Later upholstery / not original.

Seller Location:

Forney, TX

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU5977240595202

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