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Antique Master Shipwright's Chest, English, Mahogany, Tool Trunk, Victorian
London Fine Antiques
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Antique Master Shipwright's Chest, English, Mahogany, Tool Trunk, Victorian

19th century
Description

This is an antique master shipwright's chest. An English, ebonised mahogany tool trunk with ornate interior, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880.

Wonderful craftsman's piece with hidden depths

Displays a desirable aged patina

Ebonised mahogany with dark, consistent hues throughout

The polished mahogany interior is a true delight

Stout, braced lid opens with a central recessed pull in brass

Eye-catching lid interior with vaulted field panel bearing a Star of David motif

Trunk fascias finished with the four suits in contrasting lighter inlays

Four opening compartments on pairs of brass hinges

Compartments comprise of six individual pieces and are fully removable

Unusual sliding bottom shelf reveals hidden storage space beneath

Broad dovetail joints and brass dressed corners for strength

Raised upon a continuous plinth base

This is a superb antique master shipwright's chest with an attractive, lovingly crafted interior. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 91cm (35.75'')

Max Depth: 50cm (19.75'')

Max Height: 53.5cm (21'')

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We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

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Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

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Our Ref: 18.6600

Physical Dimensions
Height
53.5cm (21.06")
Width
91cm (35.83")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Shipwright Tool Chest to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA723513
Dealers Internal Reference
18.6600
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Description
This is an antique master shipwright's chest.
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An English, ebonised mahogany tool trunk with ornate interior, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880.
London Fine Antiques

Wonderful craftsman's piece with hidden depths

Displays a desirable aged patina

fig 1. A Victorian mahogany and painted wood shipwright tool chest with open lid displaying internal drawers, star marquetry inlay, and a separate removable drawer till.
fig 1. Antique Master Shipwright's Chest, English, Mahogany, Tool Trunk, Victorian

Ebonised mahogany with dark, consistent hues throughout

The polished mahogany interior is a true delight

Stout, braced lid opens with a central recessed pull in brass

Eye-catching lid interior with vaulted field panel bearing a Star of David motif

fig 2. A Victorian mahogany and painted wood shipwright tool chest with open lid displaying internal drawers, star marquetry inlay, and a separate removable drawer till.
fig 2. Antique Master Shipwright's Chest, English, Mahogany, Tool Trunk, Victorian

Trunk fascias finished with the four suits in contrasting lighter inlays

Four opening compartments on pairs of brass hinges

Compartments comprise of six individual pieces and are fully removable

Unusual sliding bottom shelf reveals hidden storage space beneath

fig 3. A Victorian mahogany and painted wood shipwright tool chest with open lid displaying internal drawers, star marquetry inlay, and a separate removable drawer till.
fig 3. Antique Master Shipwright's Chest, English, Mahogany, Tool Trunk, Victorian

Broad dovetail joints and brass dressed corners for strength

Raised upon a continuous plinth base

This is a superb antique master shipwright's chest with an attractive, lovingly crafted interior. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

fig 4. A Victorian mahogany and painted wood shipwright tool chest with open lid displaying internal drawers, star marquetry inlay, and a separate removable drawer till.
fig 4. Antique Master Shipwright's Chest, English, Mahogany, Tool Trunk, Victorian

Dimensions:

Max Width: 91cm (35.75'')

Max Depth: 50cm (19.75'')

Max Height: 53.5cm (21'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

fig 5. A Victorian mahogany and painted wood shipwright tool chest with open lid displaying internal drawers, star marquetry inlay, and a separate removable drawer till.
fig 5. Antique Master Shipwright's Chest, English, Mahogany, Tool Trunk, Victorian

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 18.6600

Height
53.5cm (21.06")
Width
91cm (35.83")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Shipwright Tool Chest to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA723513
Dealers Internal Ref
18.6600
London Fine Antiques
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Archive I A Victorian mahogany and painted wood shipwright tool chest with open lid displaying internal drawers, star marquetry inlay, and a separate removable drawer till.

Antique Master Shipwright's Chest, English, Mahogany, Tool Trunk, Victorian

Archive II A Victorian mahogany and painted wood shipwright tool chest with open lid displaying internal drawers, star marquetry inlay, and a separate removable drawer till. View II
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A Victorian mahogany and painted wood shipwright tool chest with open lid displaying internal drawers, star marquetry inlay, and a separate removable drawer till.
Antique Master Shipwright's Chest, English, Mahogany, Tool Trunk, Victorian
Ref: SA723513
A Victorian mahogany and painted wood shipwright tool chest with open lid displaying internal drawers, star marquetry inlay, and a separate removable drawer till.
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FAQs

A master shipwright chest is a specialised wooden storage trunk crafted by or for skilled maritime carpenters to house, organise, and protect personal woodworking tools during ship construction.

Victorian shipwright chests were constructed from hardwoods such as mahogany, pine, and oak, frequently combining painted exteriors for weather protection with fitted internal drawers and brass fittings.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail joinery, original brass hardware, internal sliding tills, and natural wear patterns or surface oxidisation consistent with historical trade use.

These structured trunks function effectively as low coffee tables, entryway storage benches, or accent pieces within dark academia, industrial, and traditional interior settings.

Maintain the finish by dusting with a soft dry cloth and applying natural beeswax polish occasionally, keeping the timber clear of direct radiators and high moisture areas.
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