What is the history of the traditional oak blanket box?

Historically known as coffers or trunks, blanket boxes were essential storage items in European homes from the medieval period onward, designed to store linens, textiles, and household valuables.

What materials and construction techniques are traditional for oak coffers?

Traditional coffers were constructed from solid oak using mortise and tenon joinery, often featuring panelled sides and hand-carved decorative friezes to accommodate timber movement over time.

How can authentic 20th-century oak blanket chests be identified?

Authentic pieces display natural signs of age such as subtle surface wear, original timber grain variation, period-appropriate joinery techniques, and genuine patination within carved recessed areas.

How can an antique carved oak coffer be styled in a modern interior?

An oak coffer functions effectively as a structural focal point at the foot of a bed, beneath a window, or in an entryway, pairing well with contemporary upholstery and neutral textiles.

What is the best way to care for and preserve an antique oak storage chest?

Maintain the timber by dusting regularly with a soft cloth and applying a high-quality beeswax polish annually along the wood grain while keeping the item away from direct heat sources.

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Antique 20th Century Fine Quality Blanket Box in Oak

Name: Antique 20th Century Fine Quality Blanket Box in Oak
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1234275
Price: 585 GBP
Availability: InStock

1900 - 1920

For Sale by ActFurniture LTD

Description

Antique 20th century fine quality blanket box in oak, a beautifully crafted piece displaying an impressive combination of decorative detail and practical storage.

The front is enhanced by an elegant decorative design incorporating carved detailing, which continues onto both sides and gives the box plenty of interest from every angle.

Lifting the lid reveals a generous storage compartment, providing ample room for blankets, bedding, linens or other household belongings.

Beautiful grain and rich colour are showcased throughout the oak, adding depth to the carved decoration and highlighting the quality of the timber.

Its substantial proportions and detailed exterior give the piece a strong presence, making it equally suited to a bedroom, hallway or living space.

In good condition, well made and of fine quality, this highly desirable blanket box offers generous storage while remaining a striking piece of furniture in its own right.

Product Reference : AF - 6585

Measurements : 101cm Width x 46cm Depth x 56cm Height

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

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.

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

56cm (22.05")

Width

101cm (39.76")

Depth

46cm (18.11")

Declaration

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Carved Oak Blanket Box to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1234275

Dealers Internal Reference

AF-6585

Description

Antique 20th century fine quality blanket box in oak, a beautifully crafted piece displaying an impressive combination of decorative detail and practical storage.

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The front is enhanced by an elegant decorative design incorporating carved detailing, which continues onto both sides and gives the box plenty of interest from every angle.

ActFurniture LTD

fig 1. A rectangular dark oak blanket box featuring a hinged top lid, panelled front sections, and carved arch motifs along the upper frieze. — fig 1. Antique 20th Century Fine Quality Blanket Box in Oak

Lifting the lid reveals a generous storage compartment, providing ample room for blankets, bedding, linens or other household belongings.

Beautiful grain and rich colour are showcased throughout the oak, adding depth to the carved decoration and highlighting the quality of the timber.

fig 2. A rectangular dark oak blanket box featuring a hinged top lid, panelled front sections, and carved arch motifs along the upper frieze. — fig 2. Antique 20th Century Fine Quality Blanket Box in Oak

Its substantial proportions and detailed exterior give the piece a strong presence, making it equally suited to a bedroom, hallway or living space.

In good condition, well made and of fine quality, this highly desirable blanket box offers generous storage while remaining a striking piece of furniture in its own right.

fig 3. A rectangular dark oak blanket box featuring a hinged top lid, panelled front sections, and carved arch motifs along the upper frieze. — fig 3. Antique 20th Century Fine Quality Blanket Box in Oak

Product Reference : AF - 6585

Measurements : 101cm Width x 46cm Depth x 56cm Height

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

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.

fig 4. A rectangular dark oak blanket box featuring a hinged top lid, panelled front sections, and carved arch motifs along the upper frieze. — fig 4. Antique 20th Century Fine Quality Blanket Box in Oak

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 5. A rectangular dark oak blanket box featuring a hinged top lid, panelled front sections, and carved arch motifs along the upper frieze. — fig 5. Antique 20th Century Fine Quality Blanket Box in 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 6. A rectangular dark oak blanket box featuring a hinged top lid, panelled front sections, and carved arch motifs along the upper frieze. — fig 6. Antique 20th Century Fine Quality Blanket Box in 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.