Fruitwood Blanket Chests

A Delightful Mid 19th Century Camphor Wood Military Campaign Trunk, Of Rare Small Proportions, Having Well Figured Lift Up Lid Enclosing Storage Space, Original Brass Bound Decoration And Original Brass Handles. Its widely accepted that trunks like this were normally purposed for army use, often given into the ownership of high ranking officers to use for their travels around the various battlegrounds and territories of the empire around the world, hence the carrying handles and the brass banded decoration, which also serves the functional purpose of protecting the item from bumps and bashes during the numerous times it would have been transported. In modern day living this trunk would make a perfect coffee table boasting signifcant storage, or could also be used as a storage chest in many locations around the home including the hallway, living room or bedroom. The trunk is also a little smaller than a large amount which yuou will find on the market, which of course allows for it to be used in an even wider variety of spaces. The trunk has also been inspected in our workshops by our expert antique...

Elegant large 19th century marine or campaign chest in solid camphor with two locks Camphor of very good quality with a very beautiful flame or all the faces are composed of a single...

The entire chest with framed square panels in three rows on the top, and four on the front, sides, and back. The front panels have added X form decorative pieces and all frames have ...

Early 19th century Chinese bench. A special black lacquered antique Elm wood bench circa 1800. A waisted (refers to specific Chinese furniture construction & joinery) raised top set on frame with hump back stretchers and struts. A most sensational patina of black lacquer worn through to the wood showcases the benches elegant presence and raw beauty. This is an original piece with a 200 plus year history. The raw top is worn silk like smooth from age and use. The reaming black lacquer is thick having an alligatored rustic patina. The construction is solid and strong. Feet having scroll key detail carved to faces with wear prevalent to the bottom of the feet. The humpback struts show ware from one side being more evident then on the other side, more lacquer remains covering one strut. A very significant Antique Chinese Bench...

the hinged rectangular lid resting on a conforming body flanked by wrought iron handles; adorned on all sides with an exotic wood inlaid perimeter band inset with bone inlay; the fro...

A large antique English walnut country house storage chest on a later stand, circa 1900-1910. Narrow, rectangular chest having an upholstery lined lid supported by double brass chain...

A charming and functional antique eastern European rustic pine blanket chest. Pilasters at the corners and applied mouldings give this piece such character. Old iron keyhole and hand...

French coffer or chest made in the 19th century. The many brass parts give this item a unique style. The numerous compartments in the upper part, as well as the storage compartmen...

A charming antique Indonesian floral hand-carved wooden wedding chest. Hand-crafted in Indonesia in the early 20th century, likely the island of Madura or Java, this distinctive ch...

Absolute beautiful 18th century continental carved oak coffer. Fine quality continental carved oak coffer from Germany, Free of any inscription. Beautifully carved arcaded front, co...

Vintage-style pearl leather trunk bench. A fully functional trunk that hinges open to reveal storage. The padded leather exterior makes it a great bench ...

English Antique Camphor Wood Box The elegant and sturdy camphor wood box from the late 1800s not only boasts exquisite brass fittings but also offers practicality and charm to any ...