This is an old trunk which began life as a munitions chest for the military, i. T is large and wide and would be ideal for use as a large coffee table chest. The trunk is made of very thick pine panels and is strengthened by cast iron bands to the top and iron corner supports which make it heavy and solid. At either end a large cast iron handle allows it to be carried about, if you are feeling strong enough. The chest has a lift up lid which opens to reveal a clean interior, the lid is missing its lock. The wood is pretty rustic with many marks and knocks and a filled shrinkage crack to the top. CONDITION This piece is in solid structural condition but has many marks, knocks and dents to the top. The top had a shrinkage crack which has been filled. The wood has been cleaned and then waxed for a durable dark sheen. Height- 56cms width-93cms not including the handles depth- 58.5cms. The measurements are taken at the widest points. North- day subject to change. Wales- day subject to change. Please take a glance at our other items, we list new things every week. Our stock is constantly changing and updating and is quite varied and in many cases unique. We are a small family run company based in South Devon and have been restoring furniture for several years after deciding to turn our hobby into a business. We professionally restore antique and vintage pieces, painting some which need updating and preserving those which look handsome left untouched. We love anything old and antique and take great care in the preparation and repair of all items, treating old woodworm and fixing joints as a matter of course. The item “Large Pine Military Storage Trunk Munitions Chest Coffee Table Blanket Box” is in sale since Friday, November 10, 2017. This item is in the category “Home, Furniture & DIY\Furniture\Trunks & Chests”. The seller is “vintage.house” and is located in Denbury, South Devon. This item can be shipped to United Kingdom.
- Material: Cast Iron
- Style: Antique Style
- Main Colour: Medium Wood Tone
- Length: 93cms
- Height: 56cms
- Depth: 58.5cms
- Age: Victorian (1837-1900)
- Type: Chest
- MPN: Does Not Apply
- Brand: Handmade