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There’s a quiet honesty to this 19th-century English pine box—one that feels earned, not manufactured.
Hand-hewn joinery is visible at …
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There’s a quiet honesty to this 19th-century English pine box—one that feels earned, not manufactured.
Hand-hewn joinery is visible at the corners, the marks of the maker still present and proud, reminding us that this piece was shaped with tools, time, and intention. The pine has mellowed beautifully over the decades, developing a warm, honeyed patina that only comes from generations of use and gentle handling.
Modest in scale yet wonderfully versatile, this box would have once held everyday necessities—letters, sewing supplies, small tools, or treasured personal items—tucked safely away but always close at hand. Today, it slips just as easily into modern life: perched on a shelf storing photographs or keepsakes, resting on a desk corralling papers, or styled on a coffee table as a quietly soulful accent.
Hand selected in England and imported with care, this is the kind of object that doesn’t shout for attention but rewards a closer look. A humble box, elevated by age, craftsmanship, and the stories it’s still ready to hold.
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- Dimensions
- 14ʺW × 11ʺD × 8.25ʺH
- Period
- 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Pine
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Good antique condition consistent with age and use. The pine shows expected surface wear, soft edges, and scattered marks from … moreGood antique condition consistent with age and use. The pine shows expected surface wear, soft edges, and scattered marks from over a century of handling, all contributing to its rich, timeworn patina. Hand-hewn joinery remains sound and sturdy. No structural issues noted. A beautifully preserved piece with authentic wear that speaks to its history and craftsmanship. less
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