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Old English Dome Top Chest
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Old English Dome Top Chest

1920 - 1940
Sold 30 May 2025 · Pinefinders
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Description

An old English pine, dome top, chest from the 1930s, featuring its original wax finish. The top has a few gaps between the boards, which can be filled with pine strips if desired.

It can be purchased as is for £200, or for £267, I can fill the gaps, clean it up, and re-wax the chest.

Dimensions:

Height: 18"

Width: 35"

Depth (front to back): 20"

Date of Manufacture

Pinefinders has dated this Antique Wooden Chest to the 1930s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
45.8cm (18.03")
Width
89cm (35.04")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1072012
Dealers Internal Reference
C3652A
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Please ask if you would like more information about this piece of furniture, or have any other questions.

A detailed video of any of our furniture is available on request, or can be found on our website.

We can deliver to anywhere in the UK. Please ask for a quote.

Pinefinders Old Pine Furniture Warehouse. Opening times: Fridays 10am - 4pm Saturdays 10am - 5pm. Other days and times by appointment.

You can find all of our furniture on our website: www.pinefinders.co.uk

Description
An old English pine, dome top, chest from the 1930s, featuring its original wax finish. The top has a few gaps between the boards, which can be filled with pine strips if desired.
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It can be purchased as is for £200, or for £267, I can fill the gaps, clean it up, and re-wax the chest.
Pinefinders

Dimensions:

Height: 18"

Width: 35"

Depth (front to back): 20"

Date of Manufacture

Pinefinders has dated this Antique Wooden Chest to the 1930s.

Height
45.8cm (18.03")
Width
89cm (35.04")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1072012
Dealers Internal Ref
C3652A
Pinefinders
Pinefinders
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Serving pine lovers across the UK through our online store and showroom.

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Unit 7a Alexander House
Thame Rd Industrial Estate
Thame Rd
Haddenham
Aylesbury
Bucks
HP17 8BZ
United Kingdom
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A rectangular wooden chest featuring a curved dome top and a dark metal latch on the front.
Old English Dome Top Chest
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A rectangular wooden chest featuring a curved dome top and a dark metal latch on the front.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectStorage Chests
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleEnglish Country
  • MaterialPine, Iron
  • ColourLight Brown
  • MotifsDome top lid, Metal clasp latch, Plank construction
  • SizeH 45.8 cm (18 in) x W 89 cm (35 in) x D 51 cm (20 in)

FAQs

Dome top chests, often referred to as coffer or trunk styles, originated in medieval Europe primarily for secure storage and travel of personal belongings. The curved lid design was intentionally engineered to shed water during transport and prevent heavy items from being stacked on top.

Traditional chests were constructed using solid native timbers such as oak, pine, or elm, joined together with dovetail joints or pegged mortise and tenon construction. Iron strapwork, hand-forged hinges, and simple latches were typically utilised for structural reinforcement and security.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut joinery, irregular board widths, and signs of genuine wear such as oxidisation around iron fittings and hand-planed surfaces. Tool marks, historical shrinkage cracks, and original fixings serve as key indicators of age.

An antique chest provides versatile functionality as a coffee table in a living room, a blanket box at the foot of a bed, or a standalone accent piece in a hallway. Its natural wood texture introduces warmth and historical contrast to contemporary minimalist schemes.

Preservation requires keeping the timber away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent cracking and warping. Regular dusting with a dry microfibre cloth and occasional applications of microcrystalline wax help maintain the woods natural finish without sealing moisture inside.
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