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Large Early 20th C. Pine Carpenters Chest
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for sale €410     $445
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Large Early 20th C. Pine Carpenters Chest

1900 - 1920
For Sale by The Old Yard
Description

A Large Early 20th C. Pine Carpenters Chest.  With 4 fitted boxes that lift out to reveal compartments in the bottom of the chest. With later replacement rope handles.

Perfect for anyone seeking storage that has character and functionality.

Width 100 cm

Depth 63 cm

Height 62 cm

Date of Manufacture

The Old Yard has dated this Pine Carpenter Tool Chest to the Edwardian era.

Independent Date Check ID 09491448
Dealer's Item DateEdwardian era
Sellingantiques DateEdwardian era
Sellingantiques agingItem 110-150 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE EDWARDIAN ERA:
Slotted steel screws on the hinges: standard fixing before cross-head screws appeared.
Fine hand-cut dovetails on the drawer casings: workshop joinery before machine methods predominated.
Heavy tool abrasions and softened wax patina: long decades of trade use.
Shaped wooden lifting cleats with rope loops: traditional sea or trade chest fittings.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
62cm (24.41")
Width
100cm (39.37")
Depth
63cm (24.80")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1213064
Dealers Internal Reference
5409
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Description
A Large Early 20th C. Pine Carpenters Chest.  With 4 fitted boxes that lift out to reveal compartments in the bottom of the chest. With later replacement rope handles.

Perfect for anyone seeking storage that has character and functionality.

Width 100 cm

Depth 63 cm

Height 62 cm

Date of Manufacture

The Old Yard has dated this Pine Carpenter Tool Chest to the Edwardian era.

Independent Date Report ID 09491448
Dealer's Item DateEdwardian era
Sellingantiques datingEdwardian era
Sellingantiques agingItem 110-150 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the Edwardian era:
Slotted steel screws on the hinges: standard fixing before cross-head screws appeared.
Fine hand-cut dovetails on the drawer casings: workshop joinery before machine methods predominated.
Heavy tool abrasions and softened wax patina: long decades of trade use.
Shaped wooden lifting cleats with rope loops: traditional sea or trade chest fittings.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
62cm (24.41")
Width
100cm (39.37")
Depth
63cm (24.80")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1213064
Dealers Internal Ref
5409
The Old Yard
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2021

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An early 20th-century pine carpenters chest featuring an upper hinged lid and multiple shallow lower drawers with small round knobs.
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Archive I An early 20th-century pine carpenters chest featuring an upper hinged lid and multiple shallow lower drawers with small round knobs.

Large Early 20th C. Pine Carpenters Chest

Archive II An early 20th-century pine carpenters chest featuring an upper hinged lid and multiple shallow lower drawers with small round knobs. View II
Archive III An early 20th-century pine carpenters chest featuring an upper hinged lid and multiple shallow lower drawers with small round knobs. View III
Archive IV An early 20th-century pine carpenters chest featuring an upper hinged lid and multiple shallow lower drawers with small round knobs. View IV
Archive V An early 20th-century pine carpenters chest featuring an upper hinged lid and multiple shallow lower drawers with small round knobs. View V
Archive VI An early 20th-century pine carpenters chest featuring an upper hinged lid and multiple shallow lower drawers with small round knobs. View VI
Archive VII An early 20th-century pine carpenters chest featuring an upper hinged lid and multiple shallow lower drawers with small round knobs. View VII
Archive VIII An early 20th-century pine carpenters chest featuring an upper hinged lid and multiple shallow lower drawers with small round knobs. View VIII
Archive IX An early 20th-century pine carpenters chest featuring an upper hinged lid and multiple shallow lower drawers with small round knobs. View IX
Archive X An early 20th-century pine carpenters chest featuring an upper hinged lid and multiple shallow lower drawers with small round knobs. View X
Archive XI An early 20th-century pine carpenters chest featuring an upper hinged lid and multiple shallow lower drawers with small round knobs. View XI
Archive XII An early 20th-century pine carpenters chest featuring an upper hinged lid and multiple shallow lower drawers with small round knobs. View XII
Archive XIII An early 20th-century pine carpenters chest featuring an upper hinged lid and multiple shallow lower drawers with small round knobs. View XIII
Archive XIV An early 20th-century pine carpenters chest featuring an upper hinged lid and multiple shallow lower drawers with small round knobs. View XIV
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Shropshire
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An early 20th-century pine carpenters chest featuring an upper hinged lid and multiple shallow lower drawers with small round knobs.
Large Early 20th C. Pine Carpenters Chest
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An early 20th-century pine carpenters chest featuring an upper hinged lid and multiple shallow lower drawers with small round knobs.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTrunks & Chests
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleIndustrial Loft
  • MaterialPine, Metal
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsHinged lid, Shallow drawers, Stepped profile, Round knobs
  • SizeH 62 cm (24 in) x W 100 cm (39 in) x D 63 cm (25 in)

This Edwardian industrial loft carpenters chest is formed from pine finished in a warm brown tone. The piece displays a distinct stepped profile incorporating an upper hinged lid above a deep central section and a lower bank of multiple shallow drawers fitted with small round knobs. Visible signs of age include surface wear and scuffs across the timber. The chest measures 62 cm high, 100 cm wide, and 63 cm deep. In a contemporary home, this storage item functions well in a living room, hallway, or studio space. The upper compartment provides ample space for larger items, while the lower drawers organise smaller accessories. The functional design suits industrial and traditional interior styles alike, offering both character and everyday practicality.

FAQs

A carpenters chest was constructed by tradesmen to securely transport, organise, and protect their specialized hand tools. These chests featured fitted compartments and shallow drawers tailored to hold chisels, planes, saws, and measuring instruments.

Tool chests were built for heavy workshop use, typically incorporating sturdy joinery such as dovetail or rebate joints. Softwoods like pine were widely used for the main carcass, combined with iron or brass hardware for structural durability.

Authentic period examples exhibit natural wear patterns, tool marks, and oxidised surfaces consistent with practical use. Original drawer runners, hand-cut joinery, and period-correct hardware further indicate genuine early 20th-century manufacture.

A large pine chest functions effectively as a focal coffee table or entryway storage console in contemporary spaces. The substantial proportion and rich patina offer grounded contrast against modern neutral walls and clean lines.

Dust surfaces regularly with a soft cloth and apply a natural beeswax paste periodically to nourish the timber and preserve the patina. Avoid placing the wood near direct heat sources or in damp environments to prevent warping and movement.
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