Antique Victorian Ships Chest, 1800s

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This is a 19th-century naval ship’s chest, likely used for storing navigational tools, personal effects, or documents aboard ship. Crafted … Read more This is a 19th-century naval ship’s chest, likely used for storing navigational tools, personal effects, or documents aboard ship. Crafted from solid camphorwood and reinforced with brass corner straps, the chest reflects the rugged, functional design typical of British and colonial maritime use. Visible dovetail joints, worn brass fittings, and aged patina speak to its long service life at sea. A highly decorative and historic piece, ideal for use as a storage trunk, side table, or display object in maritime-inspired interiors. See less