antique provençal grain hopper, french, country house, linen basket, victorian

Our Stock # 18.9153

This is an antique Provençal grain hopper. A French, fruitwood country house storage bin, linen basket or occasional chair, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.

• Distinctive tapering oval form with delightful craftsmanship
• Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order
• Fruitwood stocks present fine grain interest and warm biscuit hues
• Pleasingly clean interior well suited for use as a blanket box

• Wide oval lid, with low back rest offers a reassuring occasional seat
• Adorned with a shield shaped back rest with inset oval grasp
• Dressed with a circular brass escutcheon with inset lock — in working order, key present

This is a superb antique Provençal grain hopper, with a fascinating tapered form and of excellent craftsmanship. Versatile and attractive, well suited to a country house setting. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 40.5cm (16'')
Max Depth: 36.5cm (14.25'')
Max Height: 63cm (24.75'')

Internal Width: 35.5cm (14'')
Internal Depth: 31cm (12.25'')
Internal Height: 45.5cm (18'') 

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Antique Provençal Grain Hopper, French, Country House, Linen Basket, Victorian

Antiques.co.uk Ref: TF82MQW36

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