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Antique Travelling Cleric's Chest, Anglo Indian, Teak, Colonial Trunk, Victorian

$2,633.71
$3,292.1420% Off
£1,900
£2,37520% Off
€2,261.40
€2,826.7520% Off
CA$3,647.95
CA$4,559.9420% Off
A$3,657.35
A$4,571.6920% Off
CHF 2,119.41
CHF 2,649.2620% Off
MX$44,689.93
MX$55,862.4120% Off
NOK 24,560.92
NOK 30,701.1520% Off
SEK 25,080.81
SEK 31,351.0220% Off
DKK 16,903.30
DKK 21,129.1320% Off

About the Item

This is an antique travelling cleric's chest. An Anglo-Indian, teak colonial trunk with fitted interior, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880. Delightful fitted interior with a host of storage solutions Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order Select teak shows fine grain interest and warm caramel hues Inlaid brass stringing accentuates, with ornate decorative motif Wide access within, the stout lid held securely by a brass chain stay Distinctive arcading with a small mirror to centre and inset glass mounts of dried petals Fitted interior offers a suite of six lidded compartments, the central compartment removable Further storage to the front fascia with a lower candle drawer — working lock, key present Dressed with a shaped brass clasp to centre, holding the lid in place Brass straps adorn each edge for reassuring strength and durability Substantial iron drop handles mounted within robust backplates Continuous plinth base with shaped sash carvings to each side This is a fascinating antique travelling cleric's chest, with a superb fitted interior and delightfully appointed decorative finish. Ideal as storage, or for use as a distinctive coffee table. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home. Dimensions: Max Width: 83.5cm (32.75'') Max Depth: 44.5cm (17.5'') Max Height: 48.5cm (19'') Central Storage Width: 68.5cm (27'') Central Storage Depth: 40.5cm (16'') Central Storage Height: 25cm (9.75'') Mirror Plate Width: 28.5cm (11.25'') Mirror Plate Height: 12.5cm (5'').
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19.1 in (48.5 cm)Width: 32.88 in (83.5 cm)Depth: 17.52 in (44.5 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18.91661stDibs: LU2645333827672

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