Country Pine 1840 Immigrant Trunk or Blanket Chest

Entirely crafted by hand about 1840, a curved top pine trunk or "treasure" chest was probably brought to America from northern Europe by an immigrant.

The original folk artist hand painting is worn and has beautiful patina. Wrought iron hardware is original with some repairs, the lock is not operational. Hand-planed boards are secured by carved wooden pegs and hand made nails, corners have hand-cut dovetail joints.

There is lots of character - losses, separations, mars and wear. Inside this picturesque furniture is a tiny compartment for treasures.

There are worn inscriptions that are difficult to decipher. Measurements of this historic antique furniture are 51" long, 25" deep and 26" tall.

Item # B-T6216