Bidspirit auction | Late 19th Century Pine American

Late 19th Century Pine American Primitive Blanket Chest - An American Primitive blanket chest dating from the late 19th to early 20th century. Constructed entirely from pine as the primary wood with no secondary wood used, this rustic piece features wide-plank joinery and a hinged lid comprised of three boards. The chest is supported by characteristic bootjack ends, where the side panels are shaped to form the feet. The construction is simple and utilitarian, utilising nailed joinery consistent with vernacular furniture of the period. The piece is finished in an older dark forest green paint. Hardware is limited to an original iron keyhole surround for an internal lock; no key is present. There are no visible maker marks or signatures. This piece does not contain drawers, therefore dovetail construction is not applicable. No significant alterations are evident. Dimensions: 95 cm W x 48 cm D x 55 cm H.