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Large Vintage Tool Chest, Oriental, Carriage Trunk, Campaign, Mid 20th, C.1950

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This is a large vintage tool chest with secret drawers. An Oriental, mahogany carriage trunk, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1950. Presents wonderful colour and craftsmanship Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order Select stocks show fine grain interest and rich russet hues Gold tooled inlay contrasts wonderfully beneath direct light Stout top held stay with large decorative brass clasp Opens smoothly with rest to rear, revealing an inset storage tray Storage space beneath the tray situated above a pair of drawers Drawer fronts dressed with small circular brass pulls Brass strap corners add to the quality appearance Removing the lower drawers and frame insert reveals a pair of concealed trays Raised upon a quartet of shaped bracket feet, with brass carry handles to each end Of ideal size for use as a delectable coffee table, with generous flat top surface This is an attractive vintage tool chest, with superb quality and finish. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home. Dimensions: Max Width: 91cm (35.75'') Max Depth: 46cm (18'') Max Height: 49.5cm (19.5'') Tray Compartment Width (x3): 25.5cm (10'') Tray Compartment Depth: 32.5cm (12.75'') Tray Compartment Height: 7.5cm (3'') Interior Width: 82.5cm (32.5'') Interior Depth: 35.5cm (14'') Interior Height: 14cm (5.5'').
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19.49 in (49.5 cm)Width: 35.83 in (91 cm)Depth: 18.12 in (46 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1950
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good vintage condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18.81521stDibs: LU2645327325492
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