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Antique Portuguese Inlaid Linen Trunk Marriage Chest 1800
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Antique Portuguese Inlaid Linen Trunk Marriage Chest 1800

19th century
Description

Unusual Portuguese wooden linen trunk or marriage chest, featuring attractive dark wood inlay and decorative brass fittings

Circa 1800

The large hinged upper chest provides generous storage traditionally intended for linen, textiles and household possessions

It is raised on a decorative stand fitted with three small drawers, each with brass handles and geometric inlaid detail

Of particular note is the shaped apron, richly decorated with stylised floral and foliate inlay, complemented by further motifs to the drawer fronts and sides

The chest is supported on substantial turned legs, while the upper section retains an ornate pierced brass escutcheon

Portuguese walnut linen trunk Circa1800 A characterful example of Portuguese traditional furniture, combining practical storage with distinctive Iberian decorative craftsmanship

Origin: Portugal

Type: Linen trunk / marriage chest

Material: Wood with contrasting inlay and brass fittings

Style: Portuguese / Iberian

Offered in great shape

Will ship to anywhere in the world - including the US - please get in touch for a shipping quote

Dimensions are in inches (CM):

Width x Depth x Height

40 (101.5) x 28 (71) x 37 (94)

Physical Dimensions
Height
94cm (37.01")
Width
101.5cm (39.96")
Depth
71cm (27.95")
Declaration

Canonbury Antiques has dated this piece to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1236871
Description
Unusual Portuguese wooden linen trunk or marriage chest, featuring attractive dark wood inlay and decorative brass fittings

Circa 1800

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The large hinged upper chest provides generous storage traditionally intended for linen, textiles and household possessions.
Canonbury Antiques
fig 1. Antique Portuguese Inlaid Linen Trunk Marriage Chest 1800
fig 1. Antique Portuguese Inlaid Linen Trunk Marriage Chest 1800

It is raised on a decorative stand fitted with three small drawers, each with brass handles and geometric inlaid detail

Of particular note is the shaped apron, richly decorated with stylised floral and foliate inlay, complemented by further motifs to the drawer fronts and sides

fig 2. Antique Portuguese Inlaid Linen Trunk Marriage Chest 1800
fig 2. Antique Portuguese Inlaid Linen Trunk Marriage Chest 1800

The chest is supported on substantial turned legs, while the upper section retains an ornate pierced brass escutcheon

Portuguese walnut linen trunk Circa1800 A characterful example of Portuguese traditional furniture, combining practical storage with distinctive Iberian decorative craftsmanship

fig 3. Antique Portuguese Inlaid Linen Trunk Marriage Chest 1800
fig 3. Antique Portuguese Inlaid Linen Trunk Marriage Chest 1800

Origin: Portugal

Type: Linen trunk / marriage chest

Material: Wood with contrasting inlay and brass fittings

Style: Portuguese / Iberian

Offered in great shape

Will ship to anywhere in the world - including the US - please get in touch for a shipping quote

Dimensions are in inches (CM):

Width x Depth x Height

40 (101.5) x 28 (71) x 37 (94)

Height
94cm (37.01")
Width
101.5cm (39.96")
Depth
71cm (27.95")
Date of Manufacture

Canonbury Antiques has dated this piece to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1236871
Canonbury Antiques
Canonbury Antiques
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London UK antiques & decorative arts - ships globally

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Hertfordshire
United Kingdom
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Antique Portuguese Inlaid Linen Trunk Marriage Chest 1800
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  • Period19th century
  • SizeH 94 cm (37 in) x W 101.5 cm (40 in) x D 71 cm (28 in)

This Portuguese linen trunk and marriage chest from 1800 combines a large hinged upper storage compartment with a lower stand fitted with three small drawers. Constructed from warm brown timber with contrasting dark wood inlay and brass fittings, the piece exhibits distinctive Iberian craftsmanship through elaborate foliate inlay along the shaped apron and geometric detailing on the drawer fronts. The visual elements include an ornate pierced brass escutcheon on the front lid, small brass drop handles on each drawer, and substantial turned bulbous feet supporting the entire structure. The upper lid lifts to provide deep interior space traditionally used for textiles and household possessions. Measuring 94 cm high, 101.5 cm wide, and 71 cm deep, this furniture item stands independently in a bedroom, hallway, or living room to hold spare blankets, linens, and personal belongings while functioning as a decorative surface.

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