Carved Blanket Chests

An 18th century painted chest from Sweden, likely a marriage trunk, displaying a particular Scandinavian folk art style of joyful polychrome illustrations. The large, rectilinear vol...

An English, solid oak mule chest from the mid-18th century or earlier, this heavy storage trunk has a paneled exterior darkened to a rich mahogany that adds further depth to the antique storage trunk...

This antique Spanish walnut chest showcases remarkable carved workmanship typical of traditional Iberian craftsmanship. Main characteristics: The facade is divided into three ornate ...

This is an antique Stollentruhe (stile-and-panel chest) made of solid oak, originating from Southern Germany, most likely Bavaria, Upper Austria, or Tyrol, and dating to the early 17th century (circa 1600–1630). It is an early and exceptional example of the traditional stollen construction, recognizable by its tall, continuous corner stiles, heavy front panel, and strongly regional carved ornamentation. The chest is fitted with an outstanding and completely original chest lock...

French coffer or chest made circa 1900. Decorated with carved flowers style. The design of this chest is deliberately rustic. The interior is lined with fabric. Very decorative and ...

Wonderful carved oak blanket chest Lovely colour of oak Very useful size Great for the bottom of a bed Good condition Free Uk shipping

Gothic front gallery chest, Westphalia around 1500 - 1550, wrought iron bands, boxy oak body, partially carved. Monumental star-shaped key plate with original key, feet on the front ...

This richly carved wooden chest is a fine example of an Italian cassone from the 17th century. The cassone, also known as a bridal chest, was an essential piece of furniture in the h...

Evoking the carved chests once placed within medieval halls, ecclesiastical interiors, and great country houses, this 19th century oak trunk captures the enduring romance of the Goth...

English Renaissance 17th Century Solid Oak Chest Trunk Spectacular period Renaissance oak chest, dating from the early 17th century. The antique piece features a front composed of p...

Striking Spanish carved wood chest from the early 20th century, inspired by Renaissance Revival design. This piece features a lift-top lid opening to a spacious interior, lined in f...

This antique oak chest, dating from the early 17th century, is a remarkable example of early European craftsmanship, combining strength with refined decorative detail. Made entirely ...

This Jaipur handcrafted solid wood trunk is a statement storage piece that balances rustic warmth with intricate surface artistry. Designed with clean, grounded proportions, the trun...

A fine antique 17th century French Gothic carved oak lidded chest or coffer, dated 1679. The chest was assembled in the mid 19th century with original carved panels from the 1600s. ...

A very rare chest that was completely made of solid oak from the Netherlands middle ages. It is a joined chest with hand carved geometric gothic front panels. The ornaments used are typical Gothic ornaments such as trefoil, mouchette, and trace. This diminutive chest was probably made in the 15th century Netherlands. It has the typical construction of very early European furniture as is also seen on the German Stollentruhe. The chest has only a small lid with forged hinges...

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...

Chinese Late Qing Dynasty Ebonized and Partial Gilt Decorated Packing Trunk / Storage chest with handles. Sides and top decorated. Measures 27" in width, 16" in depth and 18" in hei...

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

A Mid Century Middle Eastern intricately Carved Landscape Scenic Fruitwood Storage Chest. Carved on all sides including the back of chest. Measures 40" in width, 20.5" in depth and ...

This impressive large Stollentruhe, also known as a Stollentroewe, is a large German storage chest crafted around 1580. Its distinctive construction, with massive upright corner post...

Early 19th century hand painted Swedish marriage chest circa 1807. During our travels around Scandinavia we come across numerous folk art and rustic coffers of this era, but this is...

Antique early 18th century carved oak coffer/chest having finely carved detail to the panels and frieze, panelled sides, standing on stile feet. A fantastic example in original con...

Coffer or chest French 18th century carved oak French Provincial country house Very decorative and full of character Decorated with geometrical and vegetal motifs This chest has the ...

A good late 17th century antique English carved oak coffer chest from the reign of King William III, circa 1690. The chest having a hinged lid with the original hand-forged iron snip...

19th Century baroque revival carved wooden blanket chest. Elaborately carved wood chest in superb quality. Floral motif in relief on all sides....

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 ...

BEAUTIFUL Vintage French Neo Gothic Inspired Trunk, Chest, Blanket Box, Coffer, or Coffee Table with Lift-Top Storage~~HIGHLY CARVED~~c. 1930-1940s SPECTACULAR design~~carv...

France / 16th century / bridal or blanket chest / oak / Gothic This impressive chest was hand-carved in solid oak in the 16th century in France. The construction is typical of very...

Mid 19th century Swedish folk art hand painted pine coffer circa 1841. Fine quality piece of Scandinavian folk art.  Made from solid pine with a slight dome top lid.  Base coated in...

A fine Pennsylvania Dutch style dovetailed pine blanket box with later fanciful paint decoration on a red base, with interior till, and newly replaced hinge and hardware. The blanket...

A French, solid oak coffer from the 1700s, the heavy storage trunk has a paneled construction graced by various hand-carved patterns such as roses along the upper trim, and more abst...

Patina perfection! A rare and incredible nearly 300 year old French Parisian trunk by La Forest in original condition! An early precursor to the exceptional luxury leather artisans Paris is renowned, such as Hermès, Louis Vuitton and Goyard, we present this striking antique hide wrapped wood, iron, and flannel domed carriage travel trunk. Exquisitely hand-crafted in Paris, France in the first half of the 18th century, during the reign of King Louis XV (1715-1774), showcasing fine quality craftsmanship, construction and luxurious materials, featuring a high quality solid wood frame reinforced with patinated metal mounts and strapwork, finished in raw animal hide binding to the top and front, flanked by hand forged rolled iron carry handles at the sides, slatted back and sturdy plank boarded verso, the narrow rectangular case having a hinged dome shaped top, opening to reveal the extraordinary rare original flannel fabric lined interior, retaining maker's label under lid, signed La Forest. circa 1725 The label reads: Aux Armes De France Rue Saint Barthelemy, au bas du Pont-au-change, vis-a-vis l'Horloge du Palais La Forest, Maitre Coffretier- Malletier ordinaire de la Maifon de Condé : Fait & vend touted Fortescue de Coffres, Malles, Valifes, Etuis de Chapeaux, Fourreaux de Piftolets, Malles de Rouffi, & autres Marchandifes concernantles Voyages, Cantins, Caves, Malles de Lits, Coffres a Vaiffelles, Paniers de Bagages, & toutes Fortescue d'Equipages d'Armees. Le tout a jufte prix A Paris Translated: Street Saint Barthelemy, at the bottom of Pont-au-change, opposite the Palace Clock...

A Swedish, solid pine coffer from the 1700s, this roomy storage trunk has paneled construction graced by hand-painted illustrations in the pilasters depicting imaginative red floral ...

18th century English carved oak coffer trunk chest coffee table blanket box ~Direct from England~ ~Lovely 18th century English coffee or chest, with traditional English style~ ~Comp...

A magnificent antique metal-bound solid teak wood damchiya marriage dowry chest with hidden compartments and beautifully aged patina! Hand-crafte...

This antique oak chest from the 17th century is a fine example of the rich woodcarving traditions practiced in England and the Low Countries during that era. Built with a solid const...

Antique heavily hand carved Asian blanket chest trunk from Hong Kong, Circa 1870s. Good vintage condition. Pad Lock Lockable Measures 41"W x 20.25"D...

An English, solid mahogany blanket chest from the early 19th century (or late 18th), this timeless storage trunk has a smooth exterior darkened to a rich color that adds further dept...

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 ...

The Netherlands / 19th century / Blanket Chest / Teak / Vernacular Dutch / Antique A robust and evocative example of 19th-century Dutch domestic craftsmanship, this antique blanket ...

More information coming soon… Dating to the 1800s, this polychrome trunk from Normandy, France, was likely given as a wedding dowry. Hand-painted with a dark green ground, the vibr...

18th century European carved pine trunk Brilliant antique trunk / blanket chest from Europe. This can also be used as a toy chest, games chest, linen chest, etc. The chest meas...

A French, solid oak coffer from the 1800s or earlier, this heavy storage trunk has a paneled exterior counterbalanced with a running coin motif scrolling across the frieze which adds...

France / 16th century / Chest / oak / Gothic A remarkable French Gothic oak chest dating from the 16th century, showcasing intricate hand-carved detailing throughout its façade. The...

Spanish rustic storage chest in solid chestnut, dating from circa 1880–1920. The front features two carved decorative panels with traditional foliate motifs, characteristic of provin...

This is a blackened oak chest with paneled sides and richly carved geometric decoration across the front. The piece was crafted in Northern Europe—likely the Low Countries or the Wes...

A scarce fine 300-year-old Spanish Colonial era hand carved & leather clad cedar travel chest / coffer, with warm rich dark honey colored patina. circa 1725 A rare and wonderful pie...

Tyrol, Austria, 16th–18th Century A remarkable and truly one-of-a-kind Gothic carved chest from the Tyrol region of Austria, reflecting centuries of craftsmanship, use, and careful ...

A fine antique English carved oak, 17th century coffer or chest, from the reign of King Charles II, circa 1660. The hinged lid having four recessed panels enclosing substantial stora...

Mid 19th century traditional Swedish painted coffer circa 1855. Fine quality piece of rustic furniture, with a desirable flat top surface which lends itself to more uses than it's d...

An Italian 19th century Baroque Revival style carved walnut figural Cassone chest-trunk. The ornately carved chest, also known as a marriage chest, with ...

A rare & monumental antique German Baroque early 18th century dowry chest/coffer, named & dated 1723. The chest of a rare & unusual size, the top with a lift up lid with hand-forged ...

Hand-carved in the 1600s, this Gothic-style French trunk has a highly unique two-tone appearance. A partial stripping of the walnut wood has accentuated the elaborate arcading and bl...

19th century hand carved oak blanket chest from England. The top has three panels, following down to a plain paneled back and sides. The front is the real star of this chest. It has ...

Great looking and patina antique Gothic trunk, made of solid elmwood. This impressive looking and practical size chest shows a number of deep and...

Mid 19th century Swedish hand painted dome top trunk circa 1854. Beautifully decorated coffer in it's original paint.  Initialed on the front a g l d and dated 1854, further decorat...

A Tuscanian blanket chest hand-carved in Italy in the late 19th century, it's in original conditions and it has consistent signs of use and age. The inside part it's white painted,...

17th century Spanish Baroque wedding cassone, the walnut surface hand carved with architectural designs, arches, geometric and floral motifs throughout...

Simple yet ornate, this traditional cedar hope chest has all the features that made Virginia’s Lane Furniture one of the biggest names in 20th century American woodworking. Built in ...

An antique carved Chinese camphor and blackwood chest. Blackwood front carved in relief with dragons in the sky / clouds. Fitted with original brass medalion, richly chiseled in th...