What defines Arts and Crafts style furniture?

Emerging in the late nineteenth century, the Arts and Crafts movement emphasised traditional craftsmanship, simple rectilinear forms, and honest construction using natural materials such as solid oak.

What materials and construction techniques were used in early twentieth-century blanket boxes?

Early twentieth-century blanket boxes were predominantly constructed from solid hardwoods such as golden oak, featuring traditional mortise and tenon joinery, vertical panelled sides, and turned legs.

How can you identify authentic Arts and Crafts storage furniture?

Authentic pieces feature unadorned surfaces highlighting natural timber grain, exposed joinery, simple metal escutcheons, and substantial, functional proportions rather than elaborate decorative carving.

How can an antique blanket box be styled in a modern interior?

A blanket box functions as a low coffee table in a living area, a storage bench at the foot of a bed, or functional entryway seating, introducing warmth and texture to modern spaces.

How should a golden oak blanket box be maintained?

Dust the timber regularly with a soft microfibre cloth and apply a quality clear beeswax polish periodically along the grain to protect the wood finish and maintain its lustre.

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Antique 20th Century Arts & Crafts Blanket Box in Golden Oak

Name: Antique 20th Century Arts & Crafts Blanket Box in Golden Oak
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1222559
Price: 495 GBP
Availability: InStock

1900 - 1920

For Sale by ActFurniture LTD

Description

Antique 20th century Arts and Crafts blanket box in golden oak, very well made and of good quality.

Featuring a spacious lift-up lid opening to reveal a large internal storage compartment, this attractive piece offers practical storage for blankets, linens, clothing or household items.

Standing on elegant turned legs, the blanket box showcases the quality craftsmanship and simple, honest design principles associated with the Arts and Crafts movement. Its sturdy construction and pleasing proportions make it both functional and visually appealing.

Boasting gorgeous golden oak grain and rich colour throughout, this is a highly desirable example with exceptional warmth and natural character. The beautiful timber and timeless styling make it a versatile piece suitable for a wide range of interiors.

Presented in good condition, displaying beautiful grain, colour and craftsmanship throughout, this charming Arts and Crafts blanket box would make a wonderful addition to any home.

Product Reference : AF - 6019

Measurements : 95cm Width x 52cm Depth x 62.5cm Height

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland -

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.

Collection ( FREE ) :

Pieces can be collected from WR6 5JE free of charge strictly by appointment only. Please contact us to arrange this.

All goods will be professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to your arrival.

Many thanks and if you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us and one of our team will respond as quickly as possible.

Physical Dimensions

Height

62.5cm (24.61")

Width

95cm (37.40")

Depth

52cm (20.47")

Declaration

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Arts and Crafts Blanket Box to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1222559

Dealers Internal Reference

AF-6019

Description

Antique 20th century Arts and Crafts blanket box in golden oak, very well made and of good quality.

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Featuring a spacious lift-up lid opening to reveal a large internal storage compartment, this attractive piece offers practical storage for blankets, linens, clothing or household items.

ActFurniture LTD

fig 1. A golden oak Arts and Crafts blanket box featuring vertical panelled sides, a central escutcheon keyhole, and turned legs. — fig 1. Antique 20th Century Arts & Crafts Blanket Box in Golden Oak

Standing on elegant turned legs, the blanket box showcases the quality craftsmanship and simple, honest design principles associated with the Arts and Crafts movement. Its sturdy construction and pleasing proportions make it both functional and visually appealing.

fig 2. A golden oak Arts and Crafts blanket box featuring vertical panelled sides, a central escutcheon keyhole, and turned legs. — fig 2. Antique 20th Century Arts & Crafts Blanket Box in Golden Oak

Boasting gorgeous golden oak grain and rich colour throughout, this is a highly desirable example with exceptional warmth and natural character. The beautiful timber and timeless styling make it a versatile piece suitable for a wide range of interiors.

fig 3. A golden oak Arts and Crafts blanket box featuring vertical panelled sides, a central escutcheon keyhole, and turned legs. — fig 3. Antique 20th Century Arts & Crafts Blanket Box in Golden Oak

Presented in good condition, displaying beautiful grain, colour and craftsmanship throughout, this charming Arts and Crafts blanket box would make a wonderful addition to any home.

Product Reference : AF - 6019

fig 4. A golden oak Arts and Crafts blanket box featuring vertical panelled sides, a central escutcheon keyhole, and turned legs. — fig 4. Antique 20th Century Arts & Crafts Blanket Box in Golden Oak

Measurements : 95cm Width x 52cm Depth x 62.5cm Height

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

fig 5. A golden oak Arts and Crafts blanket box featuring vertical panelled sides, a central escutcheon keyhole, and turned legs. — fig 5. Antique 20th Century Arts & Crafts Blanket Box in Golden Oak

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

fig 6. A golden oak Arts and Crafts blanket box featuring vertical panelled sides, a central escutcheon keyhole, and turned legs. — fig 6. Antique 20th Century Arts & Crafts Blanket Box in Golden Oak

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

fig 7. A golden oak Arts and Crafts blanket box featuring vertical panelled sides, a central escutcheon keyhole, and turned legs. — fig 7. Antique 20th Century Arts & Crafts Blanket Box in Golden Oak

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland -

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.