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Antique Storage Box, English, Walnut, Fireside Bin, Military, Seat, Victorian
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Antique Storage Box, English, Walnut, Fireside Bin, Military, Seat, Victorian

19th century
Description

This is an antique storage box. An English, solid walnut fireside bin or occasional seat, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880.

Fascinating and substantial, with an appealing military link

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

Solid walnut with 1'' thick stocks presents warm caramel hues

Superb craftsmanship and displaying fine grain interest

Lid adorned with an engraved brass plaque - reads Box for Drum for .45 Gatling Gun

Dressed to the fascia with a shield shaped, brass lock escutcheon — key absent

Pair of rope carry handles sit with broad keepers at each side

Of superb weight at 10.93kg (24.09 lb) - the substantial form offers use as an occasional seat

This is a charming antique storage box, with superior craftsmanship and versatile in nature. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 40.5cm (16'')

Max Depth: 34cm (13.5'')

Max Height: 33cm (13'')

Interior Width: 27.5cm (10.75'')

Interior Depth: 27.5cm (10.75'')

Interior Height: 27.5cm (10.75'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 24085

Physical Dimensions
Height
33cm (12.99")
Width
40.5cm (15.94")
Depth
34cm (13.39")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Walnut Storage Box to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1053867
Dealers Internal Reference
24085
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Description
This is an antique storage box.
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An English, solid walnut fireside bin or occasional seat, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880.
London Fine Antiques

Fascinating and substantial, with an appealing military link

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

fig 1. A cubic Victorian walnut storage box with exposed dovetail corner joints, rope handles, and a brass keyhole escutcheon.
fig 1. Antique Storage Box, English, Walnut, Fireside Bin, Military, Seat, Victorian

Solid walnut with 1'' thick stocks presents warm caramel hues

Superb craftsmanship and displaying fine grain interest

Lid adorned with an engraved brass plaque - reads Box for Drum for .45 Gatling Gun

Dressed to the fascia with a shield shaped, brass lock escutcheon — key absent

fig 2. A cubic Victorian walnut storage box with exposed dovetail corner joints, rope handles, and a brass keyhole escutcheon.
fig 2. Antique Storage Box, English, Walnut, Fireside Bin, Military, Seat, Victorian

Pair of rope carry handles sit with broad keepers at each side

Of superb weight at 10.93kg (24.09 lb) - the substantial form offers use as an occasional seat

This is a charming antique storage box, with superior craftsmanship and versatile in nature. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

fig 3. A cubic Victorian walnut storage box with exposed dovetail corner joints, rope handles, and a brass keyhole escutcheon.
fig 3. Antique Storage Box, English, Walnut, Fireside Bin, Military, Seat, Victorian

Dimensions:

Max Width: 40.5cm (16'')

Max Depth: 34cm (13.5'')

Max Height: 33cm (13'')

Interior Width: 27.5cm (10.75'')

Interior Depth: 27.5cm (10.75'')

Interior Height: 27.5cm (10.75'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

fig 4. A cubic Victorian walnut storage box with exposed dovetail corner joints, rope handles, and a brass keyhole escutcheon.
fig 4. Antique Storage Box, English, Walnut, Fireside Bin, Military, Seat, Victorian

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 24085

Height
33cm (12.99")
Width
40.5cm (15.94")
Depth
34cm (13.39")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Walnut Storage Box to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1053867
Dealers Internal Ref
24085
London Fine Antiques
London Fine Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2010

Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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Archive I A cubic Victorian walnut storage box with exposed dovetail corner joints, rope handles, and a brass keyhole escutcheon.

Antique Storage Box, English, Walnut, Fireside Bin, Military, Seat, Victorian

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A cubic Victorian walnut storage box with exposed dovetail corner joints, rope handles, and a brass keyhole escutcheon.
Antique Storage Box, English, Walnut, Fireside Bin, Military, Seat, Victorian
Ref: SA1053867
A cubic Victorian walnut storage box with exposed dovetail corner joints, rope handles, and a brass keyhole escutcheon.
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FAQs

Victorian military and campaign storage boxes were designed for durability and mobility during transit. They feature robust timber construction, flush fittings or recessed brasses, and side rope handles or wooden beckets to allow secure transport.

These chests were typically crafted from hardwoods such as walnut, oak, or mahogany for structural integrity. Hardware included brass keyhole escutcheons, iron hinges, and hand-woven natural hemp rope for lifting handles.

Authentic 19th-century pieces display hand-cut dovetail joints, natural wood oxidisation, and period-correct hardware with genuine wear. The presence of functional rope beckets with turned wooden brackets is also characteristic of maritime or military utility chests.

A walnut storage box works effectively alongside a hearth as a log storage bin or beside seating as an accent table. Its rich timber tone adds historical texture to contemporary or traditional living rooms.

Dust the surface regularly using a soft, dry lint-free cloth. Apply a high-grade beeswax polish periodically along the direction of the wood grain while keeping the item away from direct heat sources to prevent timber movement.
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