19th Century Hand-Painted Storage Trunk
A beautifully weathered 19th-century wooden trunk, hand-painted with the date "1879" in elegant script across the front, offers both history and function. Retaining its original timeworn gray-blue paint, this compact storage chest is accented with aged iron hardware, including a decorative lockplate and sturdy corner brackets that speak to its well-traveled past.
The natural patina of the wood and the softened remnants of its painted surface add a striking visual texture, making it a statement piece for any space. Whether used to store keepsakes, as a decorative tabletop accent or repurposed as a unique planter, this piece blends utility with the charm of a bygone era.
Found in Ohio, dated 1879
The exterior of the chest bears a layer of (old) timeworn gray-blue paint, while the interior of the trunk is left in its raw wood form
“A H A D 1879” is hand-painted in script across the front of the trunk
Iron supports are found at the corners of the trunk
The original iron latch is present; however, the key has been lost along the way
The trunk is of solid pine construction
Scratches, wood separation, minor rust, and wear are present as is consistent with age and use
Approximately 24” W x 15.75” D x 13.75” H
Free nationwide shipping is included in the product price.
Request a trade discount here.
A beautifully weathered 19th-century wooden trunk, hand-painted with the date "1879" in elegant script across the front, offers both history and function. Retaining its original timeworn gray-blue paint, this compact storage chest is accented with aged iron hardware, including a decorative lockplate and sturdy corner brackets that speak to its well-traveled past.
The natural patina of the wood and the softened remnants of its painted surface add a striking visual texture, making it a statement piece for any space. Whether used to store keepsakes, as a decorative tabletop accent or repurposed as a unique planter, this piece blends utility with the charm of a bygone era.
Found in Ohio, dated 1879
The exterior of the chest bears a layer of (old) timeworn gray-blue paint, while the interior of the trunk is left in its raw wood form
“A H A D 1879” is hand-painted in script across the front of the trunk
Iron supports are found at the corners of the trunk
The original iron latch is present; however, the key has been lost along the way
The trunk is of solid pine construction
Scratches, wood separation, minor rust, and wear are present as is consistent with age and use
Approximately 24” W x 15.75” D x 13.75” H
Free nationwide shipping is included in the product price.
Request a trade discount here.
A beautifully weathered 19th-century wooden trunk, hand-painted with the date "1879" in elegant script across the front, offers both history and function. Retaining its original timeworn gray-blue paint, this compact storage chest is accented with aged iron hardware, including a decorative lockplate and sturdy corner brackets that speak to its well-traveled past.
The natural patina of the wood and the softened remnants of its painted surface add a striking visual texture, making it a statement piece for any space. Whether used to store keepsakes, as a decorative tabletop accent or repurposed as a unique planter, this piece blends utility with the charm of a bygone era.
Found in Ohio, dated 1879
The exterior of the chest bears a layer of (old) timeworn gray-blue paint, while the interior of the trunk is left in its raw wood form
“A H A D 1879” is hand-painted in script across the front of the trunk
Iron supports are found at the corners of the trunk
The original iron latch is present; however, the key has been lost along the way
The trunk is of solid pine construction
Scratches, wood separation, minor rust, and wear are present as is consistent with age and use
Approximately 24” W x 15.75” D x 13.75” H
Free nationwide shipping is included in the product price.
Request a trade discount here.