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Place of Origin: European
19th Century Rustic Painted Country House Trunk, Coffee Table
Located in Basingstoke, Hampshire
A mid 19th-century rustic country house trunk. Featuring a period whitewash to the exterior. The historic woodworm has created a charming raw design while still being of sturdy solid...
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19th Century Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Wood
17th Century French Walnut Coffer with Brass Hardware
Located in Dallas, TX
A large French walnut coffer with exceptional hardware. This coffer is made of solid pieces of walnut. This piece would be ideal for a large room, behind a sofa, in a hall or stair landing...
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17th Century Louis XIII Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Brass
Small Antique Early 18th Century German Oak Paneled Trunk or Coffer
Located in Casteren, NL
This small table trunk was made in Germany in the early 18th century. Both front and lid have two flat recessed panels with molded trim. It has the original forged steel keyplate, lo...
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Mid-18th Century Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Steel
Antique 17th Century Quality Carved Oak Coffer
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique 17th century quality carved oak coffer having a quality oak lift up top opening to reveal a large storage compartment, carved frieze, two marvellous carved panels to the fron...
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17th Century Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Oak
Early 18th Century Antique Carved Oak Marriage or Dowry Chest, Dated 1735
Located in Miami, FL
A period 18th century flat top Danish Baroque dower chest or trunk in carved oak decorated with architectural porticos and dated 1735. Offers ori...
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1730s Baroque Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Oak
An English Charles II Style Armada Chest, 18th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
An English Charles II Style Armada Chest, 18th Century
Provenance: Private UK Collection.
Description:
The flat-topped chest bound in iron, with iron strap work punct...
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18th Century Charles II Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Iron
Pine Trunk or Blanket Chest in Original Decorative Paint
Located in Baltimore, MD
Shades of red fading and blending into each other in a stylized grain pattern are used to beautiful effect in the background of this extraordinary painted trunk. The design on the f...
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Mid-19th Century Folk Art Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Pine
French Parisienne Black wood and brass travel trunk - 19th Paris France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very fine late 19th century travel trunk in wood, brass, black coated canvas and interior fabric by A. Maille-Lavolaille.
This superb trunk bears a plate monogrammed "C.F & Cie Paris" and a second plate numbered 2.
The lock is inscribed "A. MAILLE-LAVOLAILLE" and "3 Rue Croix-des-Petits-Champs" are the name and Paris address of the manufacturer.
The signature on the lock is quite rare, making this model particularly interesting.
A goddess or gorgon is engraved on the top of the lock.
A label remains inside the trunk.
This extremely decorative, yet useful and historic trunk has very nice dimensions.
The trunk shows signs of wear due to its age and many travels, making it a wonderful witness to history.
Late 19th century - France
The Lavolaille firm, successor to Katz et Cie, was founded in 1845, specializing in trunks for sales representatives. Made of wood, with strong handles and straps, and with interior layouts that varied according to the object, they were the ancestors of the "marmotte".
Lavolaille would later join forces with A. Maille, another trunk manufacturer specialized in commercial travelers.
Most trunks are covered with black canvas, steel or brass edging and decorative upholstery nails on the top or front of the trunk.
Some trunks had nails signed "Lavolaille", like Louis Vuitton nails.
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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Brass
Vintage Rustic Norwegian Hand Painted Blanket Chest
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fantastic vintage Rustic blanket chest. Beautiful hand painted detail in a large scale chest. Made in Norway. Acquired from a Palm beach estate.
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Early 20th Century Rustic European Blanket Chests
Materials
Paint
Antique Original Paint Romanian Blanket Chest Coffer Trunk Church Painting
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning, circa 1900 hand painted Romanian clothes trunk or marriage coffer chest depicting a large Church to the front
I have recently purchased a very large collection of these original, antique painted wardrobes...
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Early 1900s Late Victorian Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Pine
19th Century Baroque Revival Carved Wooden Blanket Chest
Located in Vero Beach, FL
19th Century baroque revival carved wooden blanket chest.
Elaborately carved wood chest in superb quality. Floral motif in relief on all sides....
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19th Century Baroque Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Fruitwood
Guillerme & Chambron Large Highboard in Oak with Carved Doors
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, armoire or large cabinet, oak, France, 1960s
This grandiose highboard or wardrobe is a good example of excellent woodworking by virtue of the...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage European Blanket Chests
Materials
Oak
1802 Dated Huge Antique Original Paint European Blanket Chest Coffer Trunk
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are is delighted to offer for sale this stunning, extra large circa 1802 dated aqua blue hand painted European clothes trunk or marriage coffer chest
I have recently purchased ...
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Early 1800s George III Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Pine
Chinoiserie/Japanned Coffer or Chest, 18th Century
Located in Pasadena, CA
This a George II/George III Chest or Trunk that retains its original red Japanned surface. The chest features a molded lid typically found in George II/ early George III coffers. The...
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Mid-18th Century George II Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Brass
Steel Bound Oak Blanket Chest
Located in Wilson, NC
Steel bound oak blanket chest is dated 1832. It has the original heavy steel strap hinges and steel lock. (Not in working condition). There is an interior candle box.
Category
1830s Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Steel
18th Century Spanish Leather Trunk with Large Studded Nailhead Decoration
Located in Dallas, TX
A fantastic Spanish trunk with an angular dome top, the wood has been covered in leather on all sides except the back. The deep chocolate color leather has been affixed with various ...
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18th Century Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Iron
Antique 4 Panel Coffer, English, Oak, Linen, Mule Chest, Country House, Georgian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique four panel coffer. An English, oak linen or mule chest, dating to the mid Georgian period, circa 1750.
Of country house proportion with superb oak stocks and clas...
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1750s Georgian Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Oak
Central European Painted Blanket Chest
Located in Wilson, NC
Central European painted blanket chest, likely from the region of Austria or Germany; the top has a beautiful patina with remnants of the origin...
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1840s Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Steel
19th Century English Camphorwood Chest
Located in New York, NY
Hand-crafted in England in the 19th Century, the camphorwood chest is brass-bound on the corners and edges, with bail handles mounted to the sides an...
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19th Century Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Brass
Late 19th century Scandinavian woven pine dome top trunk
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Late 19th century Scandinavian woven pine dome top trunk circa 1890.
Traditional hand made Swedish dome top chest, made from weaving strips of pine, held in place by a pine frame. ...
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Late 19th Century Rustic Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Pine
Small Scale Early 19Th C. Portuguese Coffer (2)
Located in London, GB
A small scale northern Portuguese chestnut coffer from the early 19th C.
Heavily patinated with a strong utilitarian design.
Many storage uses and even work as bedsides!
Category
Early 19th Century Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Chestnut
Antique 18th Century Good Quality Coffer In Oak ( REF AF-3511 )
Located in Ledbury, GB
This stunning 18th-century antique coffer, crafted from rich golden oak, is a remarkable piece that combines functionality with timeless elegance. Standing on sturdy square legs, thi...
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18th Century Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Oak
Antique Travel Trunk, English, Pine, Zinc Lined, Carriage Chest, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique travel trunk. An English, pine and zinc lined carriage chest dating to the Victorian period, circa 1900.
A substantial, appealing ...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Zinc
English Antique Camphor Wood Box
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
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 ...
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1890s Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Cedar
Green Leather Camphorwood Studded Trunk
Located in Wilson, NC
This trunk has repeating brass stud work that frames the top with a studded panel. A few of the brass studs have been replaced and a few are missing. The top and edges have a solid b...
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1830s Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Brass
"City Hall" Chest, Walnut, Wrought Iron, Castile Spain, 17th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
This type of "City Council" or "Council" is called by its three locks, each of which closes with its respective key. These furniture were used in any type of organization, religious ...
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17th Century Baroque Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Wrought Iron
17th Century Large Scale English Oak Coffer
Located in Southampton, GB
Extraordinary scale and gauge, 17th century oak coffer.
Primitive iron mongery.
Simple, diamond detail, carved wood panelling to front and sides.
Clean and solid.
Hand Carved
D...
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1650s Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Oak
English Pine Box/Blanket Chest
Located in Wilson, NC
This pine box/blanket chest has the original rattail hinges. It has the original steel strapping, carrying handles, and brass escutcheon.
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1840s Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Brass, Steel
17th Century Spanish Carved Walnut Chest
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
This 17th-century Spanish carved walnut chest is an exquisite example of Baroque furniture, showcasing intricate craftsmanship and the rich aesthetic traditions of the period. Made f...
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1650s Baroque Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Walnut
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 European Blanket Chests
Materials
Wood
17th Century Spanish Walnut Chest with Original Iron Fittings
Located in Marbella, ES
17th century Spanish walnut chest with original iron fittings.
Category
17th Century Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Iron
BUC - Orange laundry rack
Located in Calenzano, IT
The laundry basket you've been waiting for forever.
The BUC laundry basket is the perfect solution for those seeking practicality without sacrificing design. With an elegant Made in ...
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2010s European Blanket Chests
Materials
Plastic
19th Century Toy Chest or Coffer Carved Chestnut Ancient Baby Cradle, French
Located in Labrit, Landes
French old baby bassinet or cradle.
Can be used in a baby or a child room for storing toys and comforters.
Very decorative and full of character
Good ...
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19th Century French Provincial Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Chestnut
17th Century English Carved Oak Coffer Chest
Located in London, GB
A 17th century coffer constructed from richly patinated oak timber. Charming traditional carvings adorn the front panels, with numerous characterfu...
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17th Century Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Oak
1820s French Bleached Oak Buffet
Located in High Point, NC
A bleached oak buffet from France, produced circa 1820. With a fine facade fairly etched, this unique buffet features a double door cabinet of two shelves, and swing-top lid. Moonlig...
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19th Century French Provincial Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Oak
Large 17th Century Figural Carved Griffin Gothic Coffer or Blanket Chest
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Large Gothic coffer / bench, believed to date back to the 1600s. Item features ornate, hand-carved, detailing on the front panel, a very thick and solid ...
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17th Century Gothic Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Wood
Studded Leather Travel Chest
Located in Greenwich, CT
Very fine early 18th century leather travel chest or trunk in beautiful brass and iron studded Spanish leather, having elaborate geometric floral ...
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Early 1700s Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Leather
Campaign Chest In Camphor Camphor Wood
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Superb large navy chest oe campaign chest from the beginning of the 20th century in camphor wood
English navy chest with its typical fittings of this styl...
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Early 20th Century Campaign European Blanket Chests
Materials
Fruitwood
17th Century Antique Carved Oak Coffer
Located in Martlesham, GB
17th century oak coffer with the hinged three panelled top above a three panelled front with carved decoration, a wonderfully carved top rail above the three panelled front, standing...
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1680s Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Oak
Rare Late Medieval 16th Century German Wrought Iron Oak Chest or Stollentruhe
Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE
A very impressive Westphalian Gothic chest or ‚Stollentruhe’, Westphalia, Germany, circa 1500-1550. Wrought iron mounted oak, partially carved. The monumental rectangular standing chest with full-height stiles, extensively mounted with wrought ironwork straps terminating in quatrefoil finials which ’wrap’ around the chest edges. These are fixed with convex head nails. The ironwork with some remains of an originally red painted surface. In addition, running along the edges of the lid at the front and sides is a plain iron band, close-nailed. The feet of the two front legs are finely carved on the front face, in low relief with a rectangular arched ’panel’ depicting on the left a lion, on the right a dragon holding each a coat of arms.
Regarding the age of circa 500 years, this coffer is in exceptionally good condition, with only smaller restorations.
Comparative literature
• Baumeier, Stefan, Beschlagene Kisten; Die ältesten Truhen Westfalens, Essen, 2012.
• Falke, Otto von, Deutsche Möbel...
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16th Century Medieval Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Iron
Antique English Oak Mule Chest with Barber Pole Inlay c. 1677
Located in Westfield, MA
This Antique English Oak Mule Chest, dating to 1677, is a remarkable example of 17th-century craftsmanship, showcasing intricate carvings and distinctive design features. The chest’s...
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1670s Charles II Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Oak
Antique Camphor Travel Chest
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Large early 20th C antique camphor travel chest. 1920.
Reference: 7659
Dimensions
48 inches (122 cms) wide
30 inches (76 cms) deep
25.5 inches...
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20th Century European Blanket Chests
Materials
Wood
18th Century, Country French Trunk
Located in Dallas, TX
18th Century Country French Trunk is a marvelous reminder of the traditional craftsmanship so important to those living in the era, much to...
Category
Late 18th Century Louis XIV Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Steel
Antique Scandinavian Pine Baroque Folk Art Carved Dowry Chest Trunk Coffer 1780
Located in Portland, OR
A very good antique Scandinavian carved Baroque Folk Art dowry chest, Circa 1780.
The chest having a gently domed top with a hinged lid having the original 'snipe' hinges, the edge ...
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1780s Baroque Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Pine
Antique Travelling Cleric's Chest, Anglo Indian, Teak, Colonial Trunk, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique travelling cleric's chest. An Anglo-Indian, teak colonial trunk with fitted interior, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880.
Delightful fitted interio...
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Late 19th Century Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Teak
English Painted Blanket Chest
Located in Wilson, NC
English painted blanket chest, this chest features a beautiful salmon color with a swirl graining effect on the front(see photo). The interior and drawer are lined with paper, the un...
Category
1860s Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Steel
Jacques Adnet Leather and Oak Bench / Storage Chest, 1950s
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning and rare Jacques Adnet storage bench in green leather and solid oak. Heavy and well built, strong enough to hold multiple people sitting on it and very roomy inside to place...
Category
1950s Art Deco Vintage European Blanket Chests
Materials
Metal, Brass
Spanish Gothic Oak Cathedral Chest / Coffer Circa 1600
Located in Hoddesdon, GB
Spanish Gothic Cathedral Chest, Circa 1600, decorated with Gothic motifs and a central cross. Built from solid oak , showcasing a beautiful aged patina. It shows reassuring signs of ...
Category
16th Century Gothic Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Oak
Wedding Chest, Salamanca Area, Spain, 17th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Wedding chest. Wood, textile, metal, polychrome. Salamanca, Spain, 17th century.
Area of rectangular body with flat top made in carved wood that preserves remains of original polychrome, corners and other metal fittings and textile details in certain places. It is decorated to the outside with a molding in its lower area based on curved motifs and a simple carved decoration of vegetable theme arranged according to a rigid symmetry enhancing an inscription in capital letters on the front ("Viva María / Fernandez") allusive to the owner original of the piece. The interior has no decoration or more elements than the parts of the fittings of the corresponding hinges and the wood seen. The model of a flat-topped ark, with a rectangular shape, was very common in Spanish art as early as the Middle Ages, varying in its decorative elements as time and styles progressed. The metallic elements of the furniture (corner corners on red textile, lock shield on the front, hinges on the inside, handles on the sides to move it, etc.) have a decoration of waves and auctions that refers to models of the Baroque, in addition to columns (flanking the keyhole). The carved decoration of the front (flowers, leaves stems and birds simplified posadas, with simple polychrome in three colors -red, green, yellow-) is not too fine
(something usual in popular specimens), and follows a composition and very colorful habitual in the popular coffers of the area of Salamanca, being common the use of walnut for its realization (as in all the Spanish furniture, for the resistance of the wood and its abundance then). The addition of a feminine name in capital letters (detail that would indicate that the present piece of furniture is an ark made to keep a wedding trousseau, hence the abundance of decoration in a popular utilitarian piece and the presence of a lock with a key) is another element to be highlighted in this piece of furniture. Similar model is mentioned in one of the most used reference books of the Spanish furniture, ENRIQUEZ ARRANZ, Maria Dolores. The Spanish furniture in the 15th, 16th and 17th century. 1951. p. 39; cat. no. 74; The m. 74; Beautiful example of chest or ark of bridal, popular Spanish style of century XVII...
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17th Century Baroque Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Metal
Italian Art Deco Hall Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Cassapanca hall bench from the 1930 s. Walnut base and veneer . The bottom of the bench is a Inlay wood painting.
Category
1930s Art Deco Vintage European Blanket Chests
Materials
Walnut
Provincial Spanish Oak Paneled Coffer, c.17th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
A provincial Spanish oak paneled coffer made circa the 17th century.
Retaining original snipe hinge loops on carcass with later iron strap hinges and rose head nails. Pegged pane...
Category
17th Century Baroque Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Oak
Antique 17th Century Italian Cassone Wedding Chest with Hand-Carved Detailing
Located in Madrid, ES
The cassone (plural "cassoni") was a large decorated wooden chest, primarily made in Italy. Cassoni were traditionally given to a bride by her parents, and were often placed at the f...
Category
17th Century Rustic Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Wrought Iron
Collection of Champagne Grape Baskets
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Collection of early 20th C champagne grape baskets. These would make great log baskets. 1920.
Dimenisons are taken of the largest basket
**The...
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20th Century European Blanket Chests
Materials
Wicker
European Pine Paint Decorated Blanket Chest Dated 1876
Located in Milford, NH
A nicely paint decorated large pine blanket chest dated 1876 on the front, with three foliate painted panels, and geometric designs on the top, with large strap hinges. The underside...
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1870s Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Pine
Eggshell Lacquered Box & Cover Summer House by Artist Thierry Voeltzel
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A rather wonderful box and cover in the form of a county estate summer house, wooden carcass with a lacquered finish over a mosaic of eggshells.
The stepped cover/roof lifts to reve...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Blanket Chests
Materials
Eggshell, Pine, Lacquer
19th Century Northern Swedish Painted Chest
Located in Kramfors, SE
Original painted country chest dated 1837. The chest also has painted initials KND where the D stands for Dotter, meaning daughter. At the time l...
Category
Early 19th Century Country Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Pine
Majestic 17th Century Italian Inlaid Solid Walnut Antique Blanket Chest Restored
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Beautiful antique blanket chest in solid walnut wood, 1650s. The antique blanket chest also completely original and has great charm. Characteriz...
Category
1650s Baroque Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Walnut
Long circa 1800 Gothic Style Oak Board Trunk from France
Located in Dallas, TX
This is an unusually long Gothic style trunk from France, measuring nearly 6.5 feet long. It is carved from thick oak planks, and it dates to circa 1800. The trunk has well carved characteristic Gothic ornamentation on all of the front panels, while the rest of the piece remains simple, except a small molding to the lid. The big oak panels are joined by dowel reinforced mortise and tenon construction.
The long single plank lid is attached by iron hinges and opens to reveal a large rectangular space which reveals how all the boards were assembled. There is also a latch and keyhole at the center. This rare trunk would be perfect at the foot of a king size bed, an accent piece under a tall tapestry...
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Early 19th Century Gothic Antique European Blanket Chests
Materials
Oak
