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Original Painted Hungarian Flat-Top Trunk, Dated 1890

$2,100
£1,584.67
€1,844.17
CA$2,964.64
A$2,975
CHF 1,735.06
MX$36,172.38
NOK 19,937.52
SEK 20,504.72
DKK 13,786.13

About the Item

Original Painted Hungarian Flat-Top Trunk, Dated 1890 Original painted Hungarian flat-top chest dated 1890, crafted in pine with carved panel details and turned half-column elements along the front. The original painted surface features a very dark navy, nearly black background accented with traditional red, green, and cream floral and vine motifs. A handwritten name and the date 1890 remain visible within the central octagonal panel. Heavy hand-wrought iron side handles remain in place. The hinged top opens to reveal a spacious interior with an additional small cabinet on the left side intended for storing personal items. The bottom shows age-related separation between the two main planks with cracks visible, consistent with construction of the period. The chest has been treated with a natural wax finish to provide a soft luster while preserving the original paint. Restored, strong, and stable, this chest is ready for use and represents a highly decorative example of late 19th-century Hungarian folk furniture. Extensive cracks and separation seen along the top, with wear and distress throughout the chest's original painted finish. Please refer to professional photos for clear understanding of color, condition, and details; photo lighting, individual monitor display and home lighting all impact how item is viewed. Photos are part of item description, please ask questions or request additional photos of specific areas if needed. With over 37 years of experience importing and selling European antiques, our brick-and-mortar storefront, Round Top Ranch Antiques (located in Texas), offers one of the largest curated selections in the nation with more than thirty-five thousand square feet of inventory to explore. We welcome you to visit us in person or browse our collection online to find the perfect addition to your home or workspace.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20.75 in (52.71 cm)Width: 49.525 in (125.8 cm)Depth: 24.75 in (62.87 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Pine,Wood,Wrought Iron,Hand-Crafted
  • Place of Origin:
    Hungary
  • Period:
    Early 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1800-20
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. The bottom shows age-related separation between the two main planks with cracks visible, consistent with construction of the period. Extensive cracks and separation seen along the top, with wear and distress throughout the chest's original paint.
  • Seller Location:
    Round Top, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: R00021stDibs: LU923648309762

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