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Antique Silver Chest, English, Oak, Cast Iron, Storage Trunk, Victorian, C.1860

$3,394.48
£2,469
€2,904.48
CA$4,647.22
A$5,206.38
CHF 2,709.92
MX$63,403.77
NOK 34,520.73
SEK 32,508.79
DKK 21,681.59
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This is an antique silver chest. An English, oak and cast iron storage trunk, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1860. Delightfully stout craftsmanship and appearance Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order Select stocks present fine grain interest and deep caramel hues Copious iron straps adorn each edge in contrasting black finish Strap hinge covering the inset lock escutcheon — key absent Opens wide to the interior, resting securely upon an articulated hinge Pleasingly clean interior of generous proportion Maker's mark for Lewis of New Bond Street in London along the leading edge Personalised brass plaque to the fascia, engraved F. Alexander Esquire Dressed with stout iron drop handles to each side This is an appealing antique silver chest, with fine mid-Victorian craftsmanship and a superb appearance. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home. Dimensions: Max Width: 82cm (32.25'') Max Depth: 57cm (22.5'') Max Height: 61.5cm (24.25'') Internal Width: 73.5cm (29'') Internal Depth: 49.5cm (19.5'') Internal Height: 56cm (22'')
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24.22 in (61.5 cm)Width: 32.29 in (82 cm)Depth: 22.45 in (57 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1860
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition. Key absent.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 251591stDibs: LU2645343970762

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