Folk Grain Painted Chest With Zinc Lining

Price: $2,900

Era: 1800s / 19th century

Country of Origin: United States

Materials: Metal > Zinc, Technique > Wood Grain Paint, Wood

Condition: Age Appropriate Patina

Style: Decorating Style > Rustic / Country Style, Decorating Style > Victorian / Victoriana, Period Furniture > Country Furniture (1690-1850), Period Furniture > Victorian (1837-1901)

Item description:
Folk grain painted wood chest from upstate New York with original fittings for cold storage: double wood lid and insulated zinc lining. Deep faux grain paint over beautifully aged wood. Turned wood knobs on outer and inner lid. Iron handles on sides. Said to be a ship’s locker. Late 19th century.