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Hand-Painted Folk Art Chest | Circa 1780–1820
A beautiful antique European painted coffer dates to the late 18th to early …
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Hand-Painted Folk Art Chest | Circa 1780–1820
A beautiful antique European painted coffer dates to the late 18th to early 19th century. Traditionally crafted as a linen or dowry chest, pieces like this were central to home life—used to store textiles, valuables, and personal belongings.
Hand-constructed in solid wood, the chest retains its original hand-painted folk art decoration, featuring naïve floral motifs and wreath forms symbolizing prosperity and continuity. The surface shows rich, time-worn patina with areas of honest wear, softening, and paint loss consistent with age and daily use.
The lift-top opens to a generously sized interior with beautifully aged wood, offering substantial storage.Original iron hardware and lock remain intact.
Measures 37W x 33H x 22D
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- Dimensions
- 37ʺW × 22ʺD × 33ʺH
- Period
- Early 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Overall good antique condition with small signs of wear commensurate with age. Overall good antique condition with small signs of wear commensurate with age. less
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