Summary:
• Item: Trunk / Blanket Box
• Circa: 1820
• Provenance: England, UK
• Period: George III
• Wood: Solid oak
• 3ft 11¼” wide
• Small proportions
• Two plank top
• Cross banded top
• Solid brass carrying handles
• Original steel strap hinges
• Original working lock (with key)
• Moulded frieze
• Original bracket feet
• Joined construction
• Excellent original condition
• Free delivery to England, Wales & Southern Scotland*
• Free 14-day UK returns
Description:
This is a fine quality antique English late Georgian solid oak trunk / blanket box, circa 1820, in excellent original condition. The trunk is constructed with a two-plank top, with a joined box below. The original lid retains its original steel strap hinges. The interior is clean, dry and practical and usable. The interior also retains its original floorboards and backboards. The trunk also retains its original steel working lock (with key). The sides incorporate brass carrying handles. The trunk features a moulded frieze and stands on its original Georgian shaped bracket feet. The back of the trunk retains its original panels along with the original floor. This trunk boasts quality construction, is solid in joint and ready to use.
This item would look great in a variety of rooms from the hallway, to the living room (as a coffee table) or bedroom as an ottoman / blanket box at the foot of the bed.
This beautiful piece boasts a mellow brown oak colour. As it boasts the original polish, it has a fantastic colour and patination; this can only be achieved through age and years of care and cleaning it has received.
Condition Report:
This antique oak trunk is in excellent original condition. Nominal old use marks to the top, external sides and leading edges, but nothing significant considering the age of the item (see photos). The trunk has been French polished by hand in our workshop to a professional standard. The interior is clean, dry, and usable. The original steel strap hinges are in good working condition. We believe the solid brass carrying handles to be original. The trunk retains its original lid, floor, legs, sides and back. The trunk also retains its original steel working lock (with key). The trunk is solid in joint; it does not wobble on the floor and is ready to use.
Dimensions:
Height = 56.4cm or 22¼” or 1ft 10¼”
External Width (lid) = 120cm or 47¼” or 3ft 11¼”
External Depth (lid) = 51cm or 20” or 1ft 8”
Terms & Conditions:
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