19th Century Painted Pine Blanket Chest in Blue

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Blue-painted pine blanket chest raised on integral square legs with molded base and cornice, retaining its original lift-off lid construction. … Read more Blue-painted pine blanket chest raised on integral square legs with molded base and cornice, retaining its original lift-off lid construction. The interior features a full-length divider creating two storage compartments, a practical arrangement often used for separating household textiles, clothing, or personal belongings. The hand-applied blue painted finish has mellowed with age, contrasting with the warm natural pine interior. Lift-off blanket chests of this type were common in rural American homes, serving as multifunctional storage pieces for linens, quilts, seasonal garments, and family heirlooms.

Painted blanket chests were staple furnishings throughout the 19th century, particularly in New England and the Mid-Atlantic, where simple joinery and locally available softwoods produced durable household furniture intended for generations of daily use.

Interior: 40.25" W x 18" D x 18.25" H
Additional Lid Clearance: Approx. 5"
Approx. 90 lbs. See less