Central Asian Blanket Chests

Place of Origin: Central Asian

Antique Hand Carved Nuristani Storage Chest

$3,232

Antique Hand Carved Nuristani Storage Chest

Located in Aartselaar, BE

This antique chest is unique and beautiful, likely handmade in the Nuristan province of northeast Afghanistan. We estimate it to be crafted in the late 19th to early 20th century. It was built from wood using traditional wedged mortise and tenon joinery, indicating its origin. The front panel is richly adorned with hand-chiseled tribal motifs of stars and flowers. The surface of the wood is beautifully textured. Its natural patina perfectly suits the wabi-sabi aesthetic—celebrating imperfection, timeworn beauty, and authenticity. The chest’s tribal design feels raw yet sophisticated, combining ancient craftsmanship with a timeless sense of modernity. This handmade piece would integrate beautifully into a variety of interiors: it can ground a minimalist or contemporary space with its earthy authenticity, lend soulful warmth to a wabi-sabi-inspired room, and enrich eclectic, bohemian, or globally curated environments. Its strong, geometric lines and understated ornamentation make it highly adaptable, whether used as a statement entryway chest...

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Early 20th Century Tribal Central Asian Blanket Chests

Materials

Steel

Asian Hardwood Trunk, Bronzed-Mounted Chest, Coffer, Late 20th Century

$2,710

Asian Hardwood Trunk, Bronzed-Mounted Chest, Coffer, Late 20th Century

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an Asian hardwood trunk, a bronzed metal mounted chest or coffer dating to the late 20th century. Of quality craftsmanship and stock Attractive variegated grain interest ...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Export Central Asian Blanket Chests

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Hardwood

19th Century Afghan Chest

$2,820

19th Century Afghan Chest

Located in Brussels, Brussels

Superb Afghan chest from the first half of the 19th century, made of solid wood. The chest is finely carved with geometric shapes on the front. It op...

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19th Century Aesthetic Movement Antique Central Asian Blanket Chests

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Wood

Early 19th Century Country French Provincial Oak Coffer Trunk

$3,600

H 26.5 in W 60 in D 22.5 in

Early 19th Century Country French Provincial Oak Coffer Trunk

Located in Astoria, NY

Early 19th-century French Provincial oak coffer from Provence, traditionally used for storing linens and household goods. This hand-crafted trunk features a rectangular lift-top lid ...

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Early 19th Century French Provincial Antique Central Asian Blanket Chests

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Iron

19th century Alpine region hand painted marriage chest

$2,270

H 20 in W 31.75 in D 18.25 in

19th century Alpine region hand painted marriage chest

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

19th Century Alpine region hand painted marriage chest circa 1890. Here we have a marriage chest which is likely to be from Switzerland. Using...

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Late 19th Century Folk Art Antique Central Asian Blanket Chests

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Pine, Paint

Walnut Cedar Lined Mid-Century Modern Hope Chest by Lane

$1,400

H 16 in W 54 in D 19 in

Walnut Cedar Lined Mid-Century Modern Hope Chest by Lane

By Lane Acclaim

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid-Century Modern walnut cedar lined hope chest.

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Central Asian Blanket Chests

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Walnut, Cedar

Primitive Travail Populaire Chest, France, 19th Century

$3,350

H 17.72 in W 63 in D 17.72 in

Primitive Travail Populaire Chest, France, 19th Century

Located in Antwerp, BE

19th century French chest that doubles as a versatile bench. Adorned with intricate detailing and boasting a rich historical allure, this chest serves as a stunning focal point in an...

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19th Century Folk Art Antique Central Asian Blanket Chests

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Wood

Early 20th Century Pine and Iron Mounted Trunk

$996

H 22 in W 36.5 in D 21.5 in

Early 20th Century Pine and Iron Mounted Trunk

Located in Germantown, MD

Early 20th C. pine and iron mounted trunk. Clean. Measures 36.5" in width, 21.5inches in depth and 24" in height.

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Early 20th Century American Colonial Central Asian Blanket Chests

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Iron

Antique Wooden Storage Chest, France, Late 18th Century

$2,800

H 25.99 in W 72.05 in D 23.63 in

Antique Wooden Storage Chest, France, Late 18th Century

Located in Antwerp, BE

This storage chest originates from France and dates to the late 18th century, reflecting a vernacular furniture tradition shaped by function, durability, and regional practice. Its c...

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Late 18th Century Rustic Antique Central Asian Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Refinished American Rolling Pine Blanket Chest Storage Trunk

$1,495

H 20 in W 29 in D 16 in

Early 20th Century Refinished American Rolling Pine Blanket Chest Storage Trunk

Located in Germantown, MD

Early 20th Century American Rolling pine Blanket Trunk. Measures 29" in width, 16" in depth and stands 20" tall.

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Early 20th Century American Classical Central Asian Blanket Chests

Materials

Metal

19th Century Hardwood Asian Storage Chest with Elaborate Brass Metalwork

$1,650

H 23 in W 52 in D 24.5 in

19th Century Hardwood Asian Storage Chest with Elaborate Brass Metalwork

Located in Milford, NH

A fine Asian hardwood storage chest with elaborate brass metalwork, including large interior hinges and corner supports, two brass side handles, a large decorative lock, and round br...

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19th Century Antique Central Asian Blanket Chests

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Brass

19th Century Swedish Marriage/Dowry Chest

$3,061

H 23.23 in W 54.34 in D 22.84 in

19th Century Swedish Marriage/Dowry Chest

Located in Staffordshire, GB

1850 19th century Swedish marriage/dowry chest with original hand painted decoration, hardware and hinged candle box. Measures: W 138 x H 59 x D 58cm. ...

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Early 19th Century Antique Central Asian Blanket Chests

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Pine

19th Century Swedish Folk Art Chest

$6,200

H 16.15 in W 29.73 in D 22.05 in

19th Century Swedish Folk Art Chest

Located in Allerum, SE

Fine 19th century Swedish folk art chest in painted pine wood & wrought iron. Polychrome painted decoration with clouds and a cartouche decorated with flowers. Dated 1802 on the lid....

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Early 19th Century Folk Art Antique Central Asian Blanket Chests

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Pine

Antique Primitive Pine Chest, Scandinavia, 19th Century

$2,432

H 25.2 in W 57.49 in D 24.81 in

Antique Primitive Pine Chest, Scandinavia, 19th Century

Located in Hønefoss, 30

An antique storage chest in solid pine, crafted in Scandinavia during the 19th century. The piece features a straightforward plank construction with a hinged lid and simple iron hard...

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19th Century Romantic Antique Central Asian Blanket Chests

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Pine

Early 19th Century Swedish Marriage/Dowry Chest

$3,061

H 27.96 in W 61.42 in D 22.45 in

Early 19th Century Swedish Marriage/Dowry Chest

Located in Staffordshire, GB

1815. Early 19th century Swedish marriage chest with original hand painted decoration, hardware and hinged candle box. Measures: W 156 x H...

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Early 19th Century Antique Central Asian Blanket Chests

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Pine

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19th Century Camphor Wooden Box

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H 16.93 in W 39.77 in D 18.9 in

19th Century Camphor Wooden Box

Located in Eindhoven, NL

Beautiful camphor wooden box. In good condition. Wonderful to use as a coffee table in the 18th and 19th centuries, camphor boxes were used to transport t...

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1890s Antique Central Asian Blanket Chests

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Wood

19th Century Camphor Wooden Box

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H 16.54 in W 35.83 in D 18.12 in

19th Century Camphor Wooden Box

Located in Eindhoven, NL

Beautiful camphor wooden box. In good condition. Wonderful to use as a small coffee table in the 18th and 19th centuries, camphor boxes were used to trans...

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1890s Antique Central Asian Blanket Chests

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Wood

19th Century Camphor Wooden Box

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H 13 in W 29.53 in L 13 in

19th Century Camphor Wooden Box

Located in Eindhoven, NL

Beautiful camphor wooden box. In good condition. Wonderful to use as a small coffee table in the 18th and 19th centuries, camphor boxes were used to trans...

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1890s Antique Central Asian Blanket Chests

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Wood

Ancient Kafiristan Nuristan Dowry Treasure Chest

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H 26 in W 36 in D 16 in

Ancient Kafiristan Nuristan Dowry Treasure Chest

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Ancient Kafiristan (Nuristan) dowry treasure chest Approximate dimensions: 37" wide, 26" high at the back, 16" deep Ancient Kafiristan (Nuristan) dowry treasure chest Kafiris...

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