This vintage 1940/50’s hand carved camphor chest has massive detailed raise carving works on all four sides and the top. It has natural ware with a small chip in the back that exposes original old construction. It does blend in. So much natural character. It is opened on top and has an antique latch/lock on the front and antique hinge at back. There is a sliding wooden tray inside truck letting you set some lighter clothes and jewelry. May be used as a coffee table. It is made from natural fragrant camphor wood.
A little history lesson: These chests were valuable vessels for transporting silks, tea, and porcelain from China to Europe. Therefore, many of them found a place in the homes of the wealthiest Europeans. They were mainly used to store objects like clothes, linens, blankets, etc. These chests helped ensure that moths didn’t attack the stored items.
Dimensions: 39 1/2”L x 19 1/4”W x 22”H
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