19th Century Engraved Oak Chest

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Scrolls, figures, and vegetal motifs intersect and intertwine in the carved decoration of this beautiful chest.

Made of oak in … Read more Scrolls, figures, and vegetal motifs intersect and intertwine in the carved decoration of this beautiful chest.

Made of oak in the 19th century, it fully embodies the codes of the Neo-Gothic style. At a time when the Middle Ages were seen as an idealized era—of chivalric romances, tournaments, and majestic castles—designers drew inspiration from the past, as seen here in the revival of dark wooden furniture and naïve carved ornamentation.

A striking piece offering generous storage capacity.

It can create a surprising contrast in a contemporary interior, for example in a retail space, a living room, or a bedroom. An eclectic décor can also perfectly highlight this type of furniture. See less