Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1860s.
It has been constructed with a twin-plank top, with a cleated moulding, above single plank sides, front and back. Retaining the original steel strap hinges, steel carrying handles and key escutcheon, it also retains the original working steel lock (with key). The interior is clean, dry, practical and usable. The lid retains its original steel strap hinges, which are in good working condition. The interior comprises the original candle box, with lid, also retaining its original floorboards and backboards. The Victorian pitch pine trunk base sits directly on the floor. The back of the trunk retains its original panels along with the original floorboards. The Victorian pitch pine trunk has been wax-polished by hand (over the original scumble finish), in our workshop, to a professional standard, therefore the colour and patination are of an excellent standard.
This storage chest would look great in a variety of rooms, as a decorative piece in the hallway, to the living room or bedroom as a TV stand, or ottoman or blanket box at the foot of the bed etc.
Condition Report:
This is a charming rustic antique English mariners’ Victorian pitch pine trunk, retaining the original painted scumble finish, displaying lovely medullary rays, with large proportions, circa 1860, in good original condition. Owing to its rustic / provincial provenance, there are old use marks visible to the top (see photos) and leading edges; all of which adds to the character, age and appeal of this trunk. The Victorian pitch pine trunk has been cleaned and wax-polished by hand, in our workshop, to a professional standard. The interior is clean, dry, and usable and retains its original candle box. The original steel strap hinges and original side carrying handle are in good working condition. The trunk retains its original lid, floor, sides and back. The Victorian pitch pine trunk also boasts a working steel lock and working key. The Victorian pitch pine trunk is heavy and solid in joint; it does not wobble on the floor and is ready to use.
Dimensions:
Height = 58.3cm / 23” / 1ft 11”
Width = 126.1cm / 49¾” / 4ft 1¾”
Depth = 56cm / 22” / 1ft 10”
Price:
The price for this item is £975 which includes free delivery to mainland England, Wales & southern Scotland* and a free 14-day returns.
Free UK Delivery*:
We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland (anywhere south of Stirling). *We do not offer free delivery to locations north of Stirling in Scotland, Northern Ireland, or any British Islands off the mainland; for example, the Isle of Man, Isle of White and Channel Islands.
International Buyers:
If you live outside the UK and you would like to purchase this item, please contact us before purchasing it, so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time. The shipping quote provided is a global estimate only.
About the Seller:
This item is being sold by Yola Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA (the UK’s largest Trade Association of Professional Art and Antique Dealers) and CINOA.
Yola Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 40 years.
Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1860s.
You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Yolanda Gray Antiques Profile Page
Yolanda Gray Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA CINOA
Large Antique English Victorian Mariners Pitch Pine Blanket Box Chest Trunk (Circa 1860)
