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Large 19th Century Original Painted Pine Antique Storage Box
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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

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    34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.
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Large 19th Century Original Painted Pine Antique Storage Box

19th century
Sold 23 June 2026 · Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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Large 19th Century Original Painted Pine Antique Storage Box

A good quality English 19th century antique large sized blue painted pine storage box with metal bound protective edges and iron carry handles to each end. Still in the lovely original antique blue paint finish with original sign writing to the lid: YMCA Recreation Chest No 16. In very good condition, all very intact and clean. Dates to around 1860.

Dimensions

Height: 35cm (13.89")

Width: 104cm (41.27")

Depth: 35cm (13.89")

Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Painted Storage Box to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
35cm (13.78")
Width
104cm (40.94")
Depth
35cm (13.78")
Reference Numbers
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SA1220896
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Large 19th Century Original Painted Pine Antique Storage Box
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A good quality English 19th century antique large sized blue painted pine storage box with metal bound protective edges and iron carry handles to each end.
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

Still in the lovely original antique blue paint finish with original sign writing to the lid: YMCA Recreation Chest No 16. In very good condition, all very intact and clean. Dates to around 1860.

Dimensions

Height: 35cm (13.89")

Width: 104cm (41.27")

Depth: 35cm (13.89")

Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Painted Storage Box to the 19th Century.

Height
35cm (13.78")
Width
104cm (40.94")
Depth
35cm (13.78")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1220896
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2009

34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd Profile Page

Trade Associations

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA 

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An antique rectangular pine storage chest painted in a distressed blue finish with stencilled white lettering on the side and dark iron corner brackets. SOLD23 JUN 26
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Archive I An antique rectangular pine storage chest painted in a distressed blue finish with stencilled white lettering on the side and dark iron corner brackets. SOLD23 JUN 26

Large 19th Century Original Painted Pine Antique Storage Box

Archive II An antique rectangular pine storage chest painted in a distressed blue finish with stencilled white lettering on the side and dark iron corner brackets. View II
Archive III An antique rectangular pine storage chest painted in a distressed blue finish with stencilled white lettering on the side and dark iron corner brackets. View III
Archive IV An antique rectangular pine storage chest painted in a distressed blue finish with stencilled white lettering on the side and dark iron corner brackets. View IV
Archive V An antique rectangular pine storage chest painted in a distressed blue finish with stencilled white lettering on the side and dark iron corner brackets. View V
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Telephone 01524 241716
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United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mga
Verified Since May 2009
Items For Sale 159
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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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An antique rectangular pine storage chest painted in a distressed blue finish with stencilled white lettering on the side and dark iron corner brackets.
Large 19th Century Original Painted Pine Antique Storage Box
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An antique rectangular pine storage chest painted in a distressed blue finish with stencilled white lettering on the side and dark iron corner brackets.
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  • ObjectStorage Chests
  • Period19th century
  • StyleIndustrial Loft
  • MaterialPine, Iron
  • ColourBlue
  • MotifsIron corner straps, Stencilled lettering, Drop handles, Hinged lid
  • SizeH 35 cm (14 in) x W 104 cm (41 in) x D 35 cm (14 in)

Painted wooden trunks were historically utilised for practical storage and transit, often bearing institutional markings or family initials. Over time, these utility items transitioned into decorative interior storage pieces valued for their patinated surfaces.

These chests are typically constructed from solid pine utilising dovetail or finger joints for corner strength, reinforced with iron straps, hinges, and drop handles to withstand heavy use.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-mixed paint finishes with natural wear, oxidised iron hardware, tool marks consistent with period hand-working methods, and stable timber shrinkage appropriate to age.

An antique chest can serve as a functional coffee table, an entryway focal point for shoe storage, or an end-of-bed blanket box, adding texture and historical contrast to contemporary spaces.

Preserve the original surface by keeping the piece out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources. Clean gently with a dry microfibre cloth and avoid harsh chemical solvents or liquid polishes that may damage the historic paint.
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