19th Century Antique Farmhouse American Country Pine Chest

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A charming American primitive pine farmhouse long meal grain bin from the 19th century (also commonly used for bread - … Read more A charming American primitive pine farmhouse long meal grain bin from the 19th century (also commonly used for bread - potatoes - onions - firewood).

Born in the northeastern United States, likely New York or Pennsylvania, handmade and used by the country farmers and occasionally old general stores, solid wood construction, simplistic utilitarian box on stand form, having a large rectangular chest with overhanging hinged lid lift-top, opening to reveal a large, spacious open interior, lockable with simple patinated latch, rising on four long slender, sturdy legs.

As attractive as it is functional and flexible, with light, mellow wood grain, nicely aged warm, rustic, and naturally distressed patina, having lots of antique character and depth. Whether placed against a wall, hall, or as a console table or used in the living room as a high sofa table, side table, or media stand, as a dining room sideboard server, one-of-a-kind kitchen island, perhaps as a blanket chest or pantry cupboard taking advantage of the generous proportions and ample amounts of useful storage cabinet, outdoors as a plant work bench or storing chopped wood for your lodge fireplace. This wonderful piece is sure to add a thoughtful touch of elegant simplicity and relaxed, comfortable warmth to any space. See less