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:
Germany
Period:
Late 19th Century
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:
INTERLAKEN, NY
Reference Number:
Seller: CHE002451stDibs: LU98815672413