This is an antique silver chest. An English, oak and cast iron storage trunk, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1860.
Delightfully stout craftsmanship and appearance
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order
Select stocks present fine grain interest and deep caramel hues
Copious iron straps adorn each edge in contrasting black finish
Strap hinge covering the inset lock escutcheon — key absent
Opens wide to the interior, resting securely upon an articulated hinge
Pleasingly clean interior of generous proportion
Maker''s mark for Lewis of New Bond Street in London along the leading edge
Personalised brass plaque to the fascia, engraved F. Alexander Esquire
Dressed with stout iron drop handles to each side
This is an appealing antique silver chest, with fine mid-Victorian craftsmanship and a superb appearance. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 82cm (32.25'''')
Max Depth: 57cm (22.5
...'''')
Max Height: 61.5cm (24.25'''')
Internal Width: 73.5cm (29'''')
Internal Depth: 49.5cm (19.5'''')
Internal Height: 56cm (22'''')
What our clients have to say: https://www.londonfine.co.uk/pages/reviewsInternal Reference: 25159
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1129279
Dateline of this antique is Victorian
Height is 61.5cm (24.2inches)Width is 82cm (32.3inches)Depth is 57cm (22.4inches)
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