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Antique Victorian Metal Bound Oak Trunk | Blanket Box
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Antique Victorian Metal Bound Oak Trunk | Blanket Box

19th century
For Sale by ActFurniture LTD
Description

Antique 19th century metal bound Victorian oak storage chest, a striking and characterful piece with a wonderfully robust appearance.

Black metal straps run around the chest, creating a strong contrast against the oak and giving the piece its distinctive period look.

Standing on castors, it can be repositioned when required while retaining its substantial presence.

The lid opens to reveal a generous interior, providing plenty of space for blankets, linens, books or other household items.

Gorgeous grain and colour are displayed throughout the oak, beautifully complemented by the dark metalwork and adding further depth to its aged character.

Ideal at the foot of a bed, in a hallway or as a feature within a living room, this chest offers both useful storage and considerable decorative appeal.

In good condition, well made and of good quality, this highly desirable Victorian chest is an impressive piece full of authentic character.

Product Reference : AF - 6617

Measurements : 79cm (31") Width x 48cm (19") Depth x 55.5cm (22") Height

As with all antique and vintage furniture, pieces may show signs of age, use and wear, all of which form part of their character and history. Please study the photographs carefully, as they form part of the description and condition report.

We’re a family-run antique furniture business based in Malvern, Worcestershire. All of our pieces are available to view at our stockroom by appointment only. If you’d like additional photographs, measurements or to arrange a viewing, we’re always happy to help and aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Delivery – £65

• Delivery is available throughout the UK mainland, including most areas of Scotland.

• Each piece is carefully wrapped and protected prior to dispatch and delivered by our trusted private courier using a two-person team.

• Your piece will be delivered to the room of your choice, provided there is suitable access. For items supplied in sections, assembly is not included as part of the delivery service.

• Our standard delivery timeframe is approximately 3–15 working days from receipt of payment. The courier will contact you directly to confirm the delivery date and provide an approximate arrival time.

• If you have any particular delivery requirements, please let us know before purchasing and we’ll do our best to accommodate them.

Collection – Free

Collection is available free of charge from our stockroom at WR6 5JE, by appointment only. Please contact us in advance to arrange a convenient collection date and time.

Thank you for viewing this piece. Should you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Physical Dimensions
Height
55.5cm (21.85")
Width
79cm (31.10")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Declaration

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Victorian Metal Bound Oak Chest to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1238322
Dealers Internal Reference
AF-6617
Description
Antique 19th century metal bound Victorian oak storage chest, a striking and characterful piece with a wonderfully robust appearance.
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Black metal straps run around the chest, creating a strong contrast against the oak and giving the piece its distinctive period look.
ActFurniture LTD
fig 1. A rectangular warm brown oak storage chest featuring black metal strap reinforcement, a keyhole, and corner brackets on small castors.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Metal Bound Oak Trunk | Blanket Box

Standing on castors, it can be repositioned when required while retaining its substantial presence.

The lid opens to reveal a generous interior, providing plenty of space for blankets, linens, books or other household items.

fig 2. A rectangular warm brown oak storage chest featuring black metal strap reinforcement, a keyhole, and corner brackets on small castors.
fig 2. Antique Victorian Metal Bound Oak Trunk | Blanket Box

Gorgeous grain and colour are displayed throughout the oak, beautifully complemented by the dark metalwork and adding further depth to its aged character.

Ideal at the foot of a bed, in a hallway or as a feature within a living room, this chest offers both useful storage and considerable decorative appeal.

fig 3. A rectangular warm brown oak storage chest featuring black metal strap reinforcement, a keyhole, and corner brackets on small castors.
fig 3. Antique Victorian Metal Bound Oak Trunk | Blanket Box

In good condition, well made and of good quality, this highly desirable Victorian chest is an impressive piece full of authentic character.

Product Reference : AF - 6617

Measurements : 79cm (31") Width x 48cm (19") Depth x 55.5cm (22") Height

fig 4. A rectangular warm brown oak storage chest featuring black metal strap reinforcement, a keyhole, and corner brackets on small castors.
fig 4. Antique Victorian Metal Bound Oak Trunk | Blanket Box

As with all antique and vintage furniture, pieces may show signs of age, use and wear, all of which form part of their character and history. Please study the photographs carefully, as they form part of the description and condition report.

fig 5. A rectangular warm brown oak storage chest featuring black metal strap reinforcement, a keyhole, and corner brackets on small castors.
fig 5. Antique Victorian Metal Bound Oak Trunk | Blanket Box

We’re a family-run antique furniture business based in Malvern, Worcestershire. All of our pieces are available to view at our stockroom by appointment only. If you’d like additional photographs, measurements or to arrange a viewing, we’re always happy to help and aim to respond as quickly as possible.

fig 6. A rectangular warm brown oak storage chest featuring black metal strap reinforcement, a keyhole, and corner brackets on small castors.
fig 6. Antique Victorian Metal Bound Oak Trunk | Blanket Box

Delivery – £65

• Delivery is available throughout the UK mainland, including most areas of Scotland.

• Each piece is carefully wrapped and protected prior to dispatch and delivered by our trusted private courier using a two-person team.

fig 7. A rectangular warm brown oak storage chest featuring black metal strap reinforcement, a keyhole, and corner brackets on small castors.
fig 7. Antique Victorian Metal Bound Oak Trunk | Blanket Box

• Your piece will be delivered to the room of your choice, provided there is suitable access. For items supplied in sections, assembly is not included as part of the delivery service.

• Our standard delivery timeframe is approximately 3–15 working days from receipt of payment. The courier will contact you directly to confirm the delivery date and provide an approximate arrival time.

fig 8. A rectangular warm brown oak storage chest featuring black metal strap reinforcement, a keyhole, and corner brackets on small castors.
fig 8. Antique Victorian Metal Bound Oak Trunk | Blanket Box

• If you have any particular delivery requirements, please let us know before purchasing and we’ll do our best to accommodate them.

Collection – Free

Collection is available free of charge from our stockroom at WR6 5JE, by appointment only. Please contact us in advance to arrange a convenient collection date and time.

Thank you for viewing this piece. Should you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Height
55.5cm (21.85")
Width
79cm (31.10")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Date of Manufacture

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Victorian Metal Bound Oak Chest to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1238322
Dealers Internal Ref
AF-6617
ActFurniture LTD
ActFurniture LTD
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2023
Dealer Profile

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Worcestershire
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A rectangular warm brown oak storage chest featuring black metal strap reinforcement, a keyhole, and corner brackets on small castors.
Antique Victorian Metal Bound Oak Trunk | Blanket Box
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A rectangular warm brown oak storage chest featuring black metal strap reinforcement, a keyhole, and corner brackets on small castors.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTrunks & Chests
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialOak, Iron
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBlack iron corner brackets, Dovetail joinery, Metal castors, Central keyhole escutcheon
  • SizeH 55.5 cm (22 in) x W 79 cm (31 in) x D 48 cm (19 in)

This Victorian oak storage chest belongs to the 19th century and exemplifies English Country House style. Constructed from warm brown oak, the rectangular body features dovetail joinery at the corners and a natural grain finish. Black iron strapwork, corner brackets, and a central keyhole escutcheon accent the exterior. The hinged lid opens from the top, and the base rests on small metal castors. Measuring 55.5 cm high, 79 cm wide, and 48 cm deep, the proportions allow the item to function practically within the home. Position this chest at the foot of a bed, in a hallway, or inside a living room to store blankets, linens, books, or household goods. The combination of timber and dark metal hardware provides a robust appearance suitable for traditional interior settings. The structure offers substantial storage capacity while maintaining a portable form due to the under-mounted wheels. The piece integrates easily into everyday domestic spaces as a functional storage surface.

FAQs

During the Victorian era, metal bound oak chests were constructed for heavy-duty storage and secure transit. Reinforced with iron strapwork and corner brackets, these trunks were commonly utilized as silver safes, military campaign chests, or durable storage boxes for household valuables.

These chests are built from solid oak planks joined with hand-cut dovetail joints for strength. External iron or steel straps and corner plates provide structural reinforcement, while metal castors at the base facilitate movement of the heavy timber structure.

Authentic period examples exhibit signs of manual craftsmanship, including slight asymmetry in hand-cut dovetails and hand-forged ironwork. Natural patination on the oak, surface wear around the keyhole, and period-correct iron or brass castors further confirm age.

A metal bound oak chest serves well as a central coffee table in a living area or placed at the foot of a bed for linen storage. The combination of warm timber and black ironwork integrates into modern rustic, industrial, or traditional interior schemes.

Maintain the oak finish by applying a quality beeswax polish periodically to protect the timber from drying out. Keep metal fittings clean and dry, applying a microcrystalline wax to iron elements to prevent oxidisation while preserving the existing surface patina.
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