Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
The antique box is the typical shape of a ships box as the sides have a slightly tapering shape, this make them more stable whilst at sea.

Dating from around 1840-50, this sea mans chest has the original owners name o the box lid, C.Cooper.
In super condition, the antique chest has fabulous leather covered rope carrying handles on each side. Inside is a long candle tray.
Now in Miles Griffiths antiques showrooms in Clitheroe, Lancashire.
Dimensions
Height: 43cm (16.93")
Width: 101cm (39.76")
Depth: 47cm (18.5")
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.
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