French Blanket Chests

This antique Spanish walnut chest showcases remarkable carved workmanship typical of traditional Iberian craftsmanship. Main characteristics: The facade is divided into three ornate ...

French coffer or chest made circa 1900. Decorated with carved flowers style. The design of this chest is deliberately rustic. The interior is lined with fabric. Very decorative and ...

BEAUTIFUL Vintage French Neo Gothic Inspired Trunk, Chest, Blanket Box, Coffer, or Coffee Table with Lift-Top Storage~~HIGHLY CARVED~~c. 1930-1940s SPECTACULAR design~~carv...

More information coming soon… Dating to the 1800s, this polychrome trunk from Normandy, France, was likely given as a wedding dowry. Hand-painted with a dark green ground, the vibr...

A fine antique 17th century French Gothic carved oak lidded chest or coffer, dated 1679. The chest was assembled in the mid 19th century with original carved panels from the 1600s. ...

Coffer or chest French 18th century carved oak French Provincial country house Very decorative and full of character Decorated with geometrical and vegetal motifs This chest has the ...

Early 19th-century French Provincial oak coffer from Provence, traditionally used for storing linens and household goods. This hand-crafted trunk features a rectangular lift-top lid ...

This storage chest is late 19th Century having been recently hand painted by us, with this giant, blue, harlequin design. A fun way to add some colour and pattern into an interior s...

A French, solid oak coffer from the 1700s, the heavy storage trunk has a paneled construction graced by various hand-carved patterns such as roses along the upper trim, and more abst...

A richly carved expression of 19th‑century French historicism, this neo‑Renaissance oak blanket chest brings together the drama, symbolism, and sculptural craftsmanship that defined ...

France / 16th century / bridal or blanket chest / oak / Gothic This impressive chest was hand-carved in solid oak in the 16th century in France. The construction is typical of very...

A French, solid oak coffer from the 1800s or earlier, this heavy storage trunk has a paneled exterior counterbalanced with a running coin motif scrolling across the frieze which adds...

This elegant antique French travel trunk was crafted in Paris, France circa 1890 and reflects the solid, utilitarian craftsmanship of late 19th century trunk-making, elevated by refi...

France / 16th century / Chest / oak / Gothic A remarkable French Gothic oak chest dating from the 16th century, showcasing intricate hand-carved detailing throughout its façade. The...

Patina perfection! A rare and incredible nearly 300 year old French Parisian trunk by La Forest in original condition! An early precursor to the exceptional luxury leather artisans Paris is renowned, such as Hermès, Louis Vuitton and Goyard, we present this striking antique hide wrapped wood, iron, and flannel domed carriage travel trunk. Exquisitely hand-crafted in Paris, France in the first half of the 18th century, during the reign of King Louis XV (1715-1774), showcasing fine quality craftsmanship, construction and luxurious materials, featuring a high quality solid wood frame reinforced with patinated metal mounts and strapwork, finished in raw animal hide binding to the top and front, flanked by hand forged rolled iron carry handles at the sides, slatted back and sturdy plank boarded verso, the narrow rectangular case having a hinged dome shaped top, opening to reveal the extraordinary rare original flannel fabric lined interior, retaining maker's label under lid, signed La Forest. circa 1725 The label reads: Aux Armes De France Rue Saint Barthelemy, au bas du Pont-au-change, vis-a-vis l'Horloge du Palais La Forest, Maitre Coffretier- Malletier ordinaire de la Maifon de Condé : Fait & vend touted Fortescue de Coffres, Malles, Valifes, Etuis de Chapeaux, Fourreaux de Piftolets, Malles de Rouffi, & autres Marchandifes concernantles Voyages, Cantins, Caves, Malles de Lits, Coffres a Vaiffelles, Paniers de Bagages, & toutes Fortescue d'Equipages d'Armees. Le tout a jufte prix A Paris Translated: Street Saint Barthelemy, at the bottom of Pont-au-change, opposite the Palace Clock...

Hand-carved in the 1600s, this Gothic-style French trunk has a highly unique two-tone appearance. A partial stripping of the walnut wood has accentuated the elaborate arcading and bl...

17th century French leather coffer, chest or trunk with nailhead detail from burgundy on newer wooden base.   

Superbe 17th century French blanket chest or trunk.

French trunk from the mid-20th century. Crafted from high-quality mahogany with geometric and floral decorations in gilded brass. This travel trunk features gilded side handles. The ...

- Charming and characterful nautical design - Depicting a fleet of five galleons or warships at anchor in a bay with three men in a dingy rowing ashore on the top - The front with ...

Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, trunk or side bench, oak, brass, France, 1960s This rare cubic blanket chest is made by the designer duo Guillerme & Chambron. This particula...

GOTHIC CHEST WITH LINENFOLD PANELS   ORIGIN : ILE DE FRANCE PERIOD : CIRCA 1500   Height : 78 cm Length : 167 cm Depth : 61 cm           Walnut   Simple in the structure, this chest ...

This storage chest originates from France and dates to the late 18th century, reflecting a vernacular furniture tradition shaped by function, durability, and regional practice. Its c...

Regence period coffer (early 18th century), typical of the transition between Louis XIV and Louis XV. It combines a still sober, architectural structure inherited from Louis XIV with...

Travel trunk made of leather, wood and brass. French work. Circa 1900

A substantial carved oak trunk reflecting traditional storage forms used before the widespread use of built-in cabinetry. The carved front adds decorative value, while the interior p...

Ancient painted blanket chest, entirely built in fir wood. Painted Virgin Mary and child on center front, masterfully painted amidst hand carved moldings. Original wrought iron hinge...

An antique Gothic French chest with a carved wood exterior and metal hardware.

Whereas many pieces of furniture during the Italian Renaissance were heavily painted or inlaid with decorative motifs, French examples utilized hand-sculpted elements as the predomin...

French 17th century Baroque oak chest / trunk in it's original raw finish with great patina. Ca 1690 France.

This handsome antique French travel trunk was crafted in Paris in the late 19th century and bears its original brass retailer’s plaque reading "Articles de Voyage – Ruel Jeune, Paris...

This is 20th century French wooden coffer or trunk or blanket chest, with decorative iron strapping and iron handles. The arched top also has great patin...

A handsome late 18th century French Louis XVI period walnut coffer or traveling trunk from the Normandie region near Le Havre, circa 1780s, showcasing the restrained elegance and stu...

19th Century French Renaissance Trunk dated 1877 is a truly special keepsake piece your family can enjoy for generations! Commemorating the date of 1877 on one side and the initial ...

A remarkable survivor from 17th‑century France, this oak linen chest. It embodies the strength, craftsmanship, and understated elegance of early provincial furniture. Built in an era...

An important late medieval chest crafted in a refined combination of walnut and chestnut wood, distinguished by its exceptional historical character, impressive construction, and rem...

Nice carved wooden chest from the Renaissance period, late 16th early 17th century. The lower part is decorated with a carved frieze composed of g...

Stunning and rare Jacques Adnet storage bench in green leather and solid oak. Heavy and well built, strong enough to hold multiple people sitting on it and very roomy inside to place...

magnificent patina for this chest, all the ironwork was made by hand, the top of the chest shows significant traces of wear and tear, see photos in Europe, until the end of the Renaissance, the chest (or ark) was an essential and versatile piece of furniture, serving both as a cupboard (laundry chest...

Stunning and practical size, multi purpose Gothic chest / box from a monastery. This here Gothic chest is one of the smallest yet most stylish we ever had the pleasure of offering. ...

 Make a striking focal point in your home with this fascinating “all-in-one” antique blanket chest, bench, table, and display cabinet! Crafted in the French Pyrenees...

Large solid oak chest from the 16th century Gothic period Very pretty French, Norman work. Decorated with Gothic motifs on 5 panels on the facade. Note reassembly in the 18th and 19...

exceptional late 15th century/early 16th century carved oak Gothic period chest from Northern of France. Very fine example of a flamboyant Gothic style chest with a superb carved f...

A classic early French Empire semainier in Mahogany, each of the seven drawers (intended to be used one for each day of the week), has ebony inlay aro...

Large leather and iron bound travel chest, very rare in its dimensions Late 15th century, Northern France Dimensions: h.103 cm, w. 178 cm, d. 77cm ( (H. 40.55 in, w. 70.08 in. d. 30.31 in) Our rectangular-shaped chest opens with a rounded lid. It is entirely covered in leather veneered on a wooden core, and decorated with wrought and crafted iron frames and hinges. It is garnished on all sides with iron hinges cut at the ends of Gothic trefoils. On the facade two lock plates with cut-out cloverleaf borders fitted with a hasp (one missing) attached to the cover. The iron bands serving as reinforcements on all sides as well as the central bands are decorated with plant and floral friezes and geometric patterns. These strips are attached to the wood using daisy-headed nails, typical of the French Renaissance. Given its size and loaded weight, our trunk has four carrying handles: two wrought iron side handles, but also two front handles. The interior has a stretched fabric dating from at least the 17th century, we find on the interior sides of the cover the original raspberry-colored vellum. This is a rare model in leather and iron of very large dimensions. Expensive materials, which were only used on small Gothic boxes (20 cm to 50 cm in length) like those in the public collections of many museums. Large chests exceeding 1 meter in length for the sake of economy and simplicity were generally made of wood sometimes covered with iron cladding. We found a large chest in the collections of the Metropolitan Museum of New York, but still smaller than ours (inv. 47.144, dim. H: 22 1/2" W: 50 1/2" D: 21"). There are also two similar large chests (with flat or slightly domed lids) in the collections of the Barcelona Leather...

19th Century French Gothic Petite Trunk ~ Blanket Chest was purpose-built for a cozy niche, and its size makes it very versatile to use in any capacity! ...

More information coming soon… The carvings of this oak trunk are quite impressive, with some motifs being faintly carved, while other elements have great depth. Dating to the 1700s...

Very beautiful trunk from the Renaissance period, very nicely carved with palm leaves and acanthus leaves in an architectural setting. Four Ionic co...

France / 1850 / coffer / oak / rustic / Mid-century A rustic coffer or blanket chest in black painted wood with original patina. Crafted in France around 1850. This charming and v...

French Baroque 17th Century Iron Bound Leather Chest or Coffer. Decorative rare Coffer / Blanket Chest. Covered with the Original Leather and beautiful, Decorative Wrought Iron Work....

Very fine late 19th century travel trunk in wood, brass, black coated canvas and interior fabric by A. Maille-Lavolaille. This superb trunk bears a plate monogrammed "C.F & Cie Paris" and a second plate numbered 2. The lock is inscribed "A. MAILLE-LAVOLAILLE" and "3 Rue Croix-des-Petits-Champs" are the name and Paris address of the manufacturer. The signature on the lock is quite rare, making this model particularly interesting. A goddess or gorgon is engraved on the top of the lock. A label remains inside the trunk. This extremely decorative, yet useful and historic trunk has very nice dimensions. The trunk shows signs of wear due to its age and many travels, making it a wonderful witness to history. Late 19th century - France The Lavolaille firm, successor to Katz et Cie, was founded in 1845, specializing in trunks for sales representatives. Made of wood, with strong handles and straps, and with interior layouts that varied according to the object, they were the ancestors of the "marmotte". Lavolaille would later join forces with A. Maille, another trunk manufacturer specialized in commercial travelers. Most trunks are covered with black canvas, steel or brass edging and decorative upholstery nails on the top or front of the trunk. Some trunks had nails signed "Lavolaille", like Louis Vuitton nails.

Sailing ship chest, copper and pine made in Spain circa 1960 The sides are clad in hammered copper sheets, offering subtle golden highlights and an antique patina with shades of bro...

This Moynat steamer trunk features the very nice and sought after hand-painted typical 'M'-pattern canvas as well as brass corners, 2 brass Moynat stamped locks, toffee color lozine ...

19th century French chest that doubles as a versatile bench. Adorned with intricate detailing and boasting a rich historical allure, this chest serves as a stunning focal point in an...

Breathtaking & Practical! This 19th century French Gothic revival blanket chest / chest. Made out of solid European oak, fully hand carved with much attention to detail & exceptiona...

Antique 18th Century French Provincial Oak Coffer Chest A handsome and highly decorative 18th century French provincial oak coffer of impressive long proportions, retaining excell...

18th Century Country French Stripped Neoclassical Trunk ~ Blanket Chest is a reminder of a bygone era in which none of the modern conveniences we take for granted had been invented o...

Rare mahogany bench-chest by Clément Goyeneche, known for his work as a french architect, painter, designer and decorator. His production of furnitu...

A French, solid oak coffer from the 1700s, this heavy storage trunk has a paneled exterior counterbalanced with meticulously carved tulip and acanthus motifs that scrolls across the...

This elegant Louis Vuitton features the very sought after checkers pattern.In some of the checkers, it is written "L.Vuitton marque de fabrique déposée". It also features silver stee...