Antique Slant Top Wooden Storage Box

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This piece is an antique wooden slant-top box, most likely a wall-mounted storage bin, possibly used historically as a dry … Read more This piece is an antique wooden slant-top box, most likely a wall-mounted storage bin, possibly used historically as a dry goods bin, potato box,salt box, or kindling box.
Construction & Features:
• Material: Solid wood with visible grain and age-related wear.
• Shape: Tall rectangular body with a slanted lift-top lid, hinged at the back with iron or steel strap hinges.
• Joinery: Simple, functional construction; likely handmade or crafted with minimal tooling.
• Interior: Deep, open compartment — no compartments or shelves inside.
• Mounting: Appears to be wall-mounted or hung based on its orientation and wear pattern (not resting on feet).

Condition & Patina:
• The surface shows a rich patina, with scratches, dings, and worn edges that suggest decades of use.
• Hinges are darkened with age, possibly hand-forged or early machine-made.
• Some chipping around the upper edges of the box, especially near the interior lip.

Possible Original Uses:
• Salt box (commonly wall-hung in kitchens for dry salt storage in the 18th–19th century).
• Kindling or coal box near a hearth.
• Dry goods bin for items like flour, oats, potatoes or dried corn.
• Mailbox or document bin in a shop, schoolhouse, or farmhouse. See less