Summary:
Item: Georgian Elm Chest
Circa: 1820
Provenance: England, UK
Period: Georgian
Wood: Solid elm
Width: 84cm / 33 / 2ft 9
Single-plank top (sign of quality)
Brass carrying handles
Original steel strap hinges
Original brass key escutcheon
Original working steel lock (with key)
Traditional hand-dovetail construction
Ideal as a coffee table/ storage chest / TV stand
Ample storage space
Lovely mellow colour & patination
Provincial / rustic design
Good original condition
Free delivery to England, Wales & Southern Scotland*
Free 14-day UK returns
Description:
This is a charming rustic antique English Georgian elm chest, which retains its original lock and steel handles, with ample storage space inside, circa 1820, in good original condition.
The Georgian trunk has been constructed with a single-plank flat top (a sign of quality), with a cleated moulding, above single p
...lank sides, front and back. The elm timbers display a stunning grain configuration and colour. Retaining the original steel carrying handles and key escutcheon, the elm chest also retains the original working steel lock (with key) and brass key escutcheon. The interior is clean, dry, practical and usable. The lid retains its original steel strap hinges, which are in good working condition. The interior also retains its original floorboards and backboards. The Georgian elm chest sits on its original small bracket feet. The back of the trunk retains its original panels along with the original floorboards. The Georgian elm chest has been cleaned and wax-polished by hand in our workshop, to a professional standard, therefore the colour and patination are of an excellent standard.
Condition Report:
This is a charming rustic antique English Georgian elm chest, which retains its original lock and handles, with ample storage space inside, circa 1820, in good original condition. Owing to its rustic / provincial provenance, there are old use marks visible to the top (see photos) and leading edges; all of which adds to the character, age and appeal of this Georgian trunk. Evidence of historical woodworm, which has been thoroughly treated. Please note, it is common for most elm chests of this age to have signs of historical woodworm, as this was a susceptible timber. The Georgian elm chest has been cleaned and wax-polished by hand, in our workshop, to a professional standard. The Georgian elm chest lid retains its original working steel lock and key. The interior is clean, dry, and usable and retains its original candle box. The original steel strap hinges and original steel side carrying handle are in good working condition. The trunk retains its original lid, floor, sides and back. The Georgian trunk is solid in joint; it does not wobble on the floor and is ready to use.
Free UK Delivery*:
We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland (anywhere south of Stirling). *We do not offer free delivery to locations north of Stirling in Scotland, Northern Ireland, or any British Islands off the mainland; for example, the Isle of Man, Isle of White and Channel Islands.
International Buyers:
If you live outside the UK and you would like to purchase this item, please contact us before purchasing it, so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time. The shipping quote provided is a global estimate only. The actual shipping cost will vary by country and postcode.
About the Seller:
This item is being sold by Yola Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA (the UKs largest Trade Association of Professional Art and Antique Dealers) and CINOA.
Ref. 106099
Please contact us on 01829 458 070 or 07960 738 212 to arrange a viewing. Alternatively, please email: info@yolagray.comInternal Reference: 106099
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1080254
Dateline of this antique is 19th Century
Height is 37cm (14.6inches)Width is 84cm (33.1inches)Depth is 45.5cm (17.9inches)
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