Skip to main content
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 10

Late 19th Century Rustic European Pine Cabinet or Ice Box

About the Item

A rare precursor to our modern refrigerator and freezer, this rustic cabinet in pine has an interior that is lined with zinc and a central compartment where the ice was kept, Northern Europe, circa mid to late 1800s. It features original hardware and the zinc patten label on the front. Cabinet was finished with a hand rubbed tung oil and the top was finished with a LEED certified organic finishing oil. Measure: 43" wide x 25" deep x 33" high. Note: You should always request a shipping quote. Quoted amounts are an estimate of what it might cost to ship out to you based on destinations of the greatest distance. We would love to find you a better quote if possible.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 33 in (83.82 cm)Width: 43 in (109.22 cm)Depth: 25 in (63.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Rustic (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Pine,Zinc,Oiled
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1850-1880
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Cabinet is rustic but in good mechanical condition with wear consistent with age and use. There are minor losses, a separated panel on the left door and some minor corrosion on the zinc. Inside bottom has been reinforced to support zinc liner.
  • Seller Location:
    Miami, FL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: CHE002451stDibs: LU98815672413

More From This Seller

View All
Italian 19th Century Rustic Side Table with Drawer
Located in Miami, FL
A small rustic hardwood table with vase-ring-and-cup turned legs on box stretcher with bun feet that are part of the leg turning. All elements of the table appear to be original 19t...
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Rustic End Tables

Materials

Hardwood

18th Century Antique North German Pine Sun Armoire with Gesso Appliqué
Located in Miami, FL
This exceptional one-of-a-kind armoire from the area of Bremen has the original pink gesso appliqués, circa 1790.  Fabricated from a beautiful knot-less dense pine, the carved ribbed...
Category

Antique 1790s German Empire Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Gesso, Pine

19th Century Dutch Wilhelm II Oak Armoire/Vitrine or Bookcase/Linen Cabinet
Located in Miami, FL
A tall and imposing Wilhelm II Vitrine for displaying books, China and/or collectibles in a warm amber-toned oak, with two glass-paneled doors and a carved ...
Category

Antique 1840s Dutch Rococo Revival Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Antique 19th Century German Jugendstil/ Art Nouveau Writing Desk in Pine
Located in Miami, FL
A lovely and well-crafted Jugendstil desk in pine with upper cabinet resting over a writing table offering open shelving & closed storage. Top has a carved bonnet with stylized flowers and open carvings with turned finials on the corners. Writing table offers one long storage...
Category

Antique 1890s German Jugendstil Desks

Materials

Pine

Empire Pedestal Mahogany Cabinet with Faux Tortoise Columns, Denmark, circa 1810
Located in Miami, FL
A handsome and unusual form, this Empire pedestal cabinet in mahogany with line inlays has carved acanthus capitals on tapered torch-like columns that are in rich birch wood and have...
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Danish Empire Cabinets

Materials

Ebony, Mahogany

Danish Pedestal Cabinet with Full Columns and Carved Capitals in Mahogany
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful example of a Danish Christian VIII pedestal cabinet from the Biedermeier period in figured mahogany with fully turned veneered columns and carved capitals all in West Indie...
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Danish Biedermeier Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

You May Also Like

Rustic European Pine Ice Cabinet, Circa 1910
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
This rustic pine cabinet, a forerunner of our modern fridge and freezer, has an interior that was lined with zinc and a central compartment where the ice was kept. The zinc plate is ...
Category

Vintage 1910s German Rustic Cabinets

Materials

Brass, Zinc

Impressive Large 19th Century Rustic Irish Pine Cabinet
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A very large natural rustic Irish pine cabinet hutch with paneled doors top and bottom separated by two drawers. Tons of storage and Americana charm. Measures: Body is 51 W, 24 D S...
Category

Antique 19th Century American Rustic Cabinets

Materials

Pine

Rustic Art Populaire Cabinet - 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Art Populaire; Monoxylite; Travail Populaire; Aosta Valley; Italy; Cabinet; Wood; Handcrafted; 1800s; Vintage; Artisan; Cupboard; Buffet; Sideboard; Wabi Sabi; 19th Century; Art p...
Category

Antique 19th Century French Rustic Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Rustic Primitive Cabinet, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rustic primitive cabinet, another vintage treasure steeped in history. Originally a sturdy wardrobe, it now boasts a captivating patina that adds character to any room. The weathered...
Category

Antique 19th Century French Rustic Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Rustic Primitive Cabinet, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
This rustic cabinet brings warmth, texture, and a sense of quiet history to any space. The cabinet is fitted with two beautifully aged doors, adorned with carved panel detailing that...
Category

Antique 19th Century French Rustic Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Rustic Monoxylite Cabinet, Ardèche, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rustic; Robust; Organic; Wabi Sabi; Travail Populaire; Folk Art; Travail Art Populaire; Cabinet; Storage Piece; Storage Unit; Cupboard; Wood; Axel Vervoordt; Zen; Luxury Chalet Style...
Category

Antique 19th Century French Rustic Cupboards

Materials

Wood

Recently Viewed

View All