Antique Carriage Chest, English, Blanket Trunk, 19th Century, Circa 1850 Lounger joined chest

joined chest

The English makers mark stamped clearly on the base

Drawers to the left hand side

The low level box stretcher unites the legs with generous stock and pegged joints all adding to the solidity

Hexagonal form with profuse decoration

Antique Carriage Chest, English, Blanket Trunk, 19th Century, Circa 1850 Lounger joined chestOur Stock # 18. 6468 This is an antique carriage chest. An English, pine blanket trunk, dating to the mid 19th century, circa 1850. Appealing square form Displays a desirable aged patina Select pine shows fine grain interest Naive hand carved chipping to lid Lid opens smoothly on a pair of internal hinges, coming to rest on a rear brace Lid interior strengthened with a pair of stiles Offering a small, removable shelf within Dressed with a pair of iron