A most unusual wedge-shaped mid-to-late 19th century storage trunk in hardwood – most probably teak – with end elevations of tapering form. The lid, with its restraining chain to keep it upright when in use, opens on its two hinges to reveal a single storage compartment. Its shape cleverly lends itself to acting as a display plinth, but would equally double as a small low table. This eyecatching storage box – its original purpose unknown – is English, c.1860s/c.1880s, and has its original finish with a good rich colour. There is a working lock and key...Width 27.75” (705mm)Height 13.5” (345mm)Depth from front to back at ground level 19.75” (505mm)..IF YOU''D LIKE TO KNOW MORE... Send us an email directly to info@waterfallantiques.com including a post code so that we can quote you an all-in price, delivered to your door. Buy with confidence; we''ve been trading from the same venue for a quarter of a century ...