Whites Antiques has dated this Scumble Painted Pine Chest to the 1900s.
This chest has that wonderful honesty: pine construction, original brown scumble paint, worn copper handles, and a patina that only a century of real life can create. It’s modest, characterful, and full of warmth.

At a Glance – Appeal, Desirability & Collectibility
• Date: Art Nouveau period, circa 1900,
• Origin: England
• Style: Simple utilitarian English furniture with Art Nouveau details
• Materials:
• Pine
• Solid, strong, rustic construction

• Original brown scumble‑glazed paint
• Original copper Art Nouveau handles, beautifully worn
• Dimensions: H: 81cm (31.9") | W: 84cm (33.1") | D: 45cm (17.7")
• Condition:
• Good antique condition
• Wonderfully aged patina

• Signs of use giving the dark tones depth and texture
• Honest wear, scuffs, and chips to the original paint
• Obvious signs of wear, scuffs and chips to the original paint
• A genuinely authentic piece that has lived a full life

• Notable Details: •
• Original scumble‑glazed finish
• Worn copper handles typical of the Art Nouveau period
• Strong, simple pine carcass with rustic charm
• Decorative Appeal:
• A warm, textural piece that adds depth and authenticity to bedrooms, hallways, or living spaces

• Versatility:
• Perfect as a bedroom chest, hallway storage, or as a characterful accent in a cottage or modern rustic interior
• Collectibility:
• Original‑paint utilitarian furniture from this period is increasingly sought after for its honesty and decorative charm
• Delivery is not included
Whites Antiques has dated this Scumble Painted Pine Chest to the 1900s.
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