It was listed by Pinefinders. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.
Pinefinders has dated this piece to the 18th Century.
The term "hope chest" or "cedar chest" is used in the midwest or south of the United States; in the United Kingdom, the term is "bottom drawer"; while "glory box" is used by women in Australia.
You can still see the date (1787) painted on the chest.
The lovely original lock and key are in good working order, as are the original, very attractive, engraved strap hinges.
Height 36", width 59", depth 26.5"
Pinefinders has dated this piece to the 18th Century.
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18th Century Painted Austrian Hope Chest
