antique travelling cleric's chest, anglo indian, teak, colonial trunk, victorian

Our Stock # 18.9166

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'') 

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

Antiques.co.uk Ref: 6B8C8J6H3

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