LATE 19TH CENTURY

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A CORNISH PAINTED PINE STORAGE CHEST
Late 19th century
Painted to simulate mahogany, with a hinged lid and sides extending to feet, the front with three panels and stile feet
42in. (107cm.) wide, 23in. (59cm.) high, 18in. (46cm.) deep

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Lot Essay

This type of chest was a typical form of storage chest made in Cornwall during the 19th century. Expertly simulated to represent a variety of hardwoods, these regional chests were found in many cottage and farmhouse homes.
Characteristic of many pieces of Cornish furniture are the rounded edges to the front of the side planks.

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