This is a lovely original 19th century Blanket Box later painted in my preferred style of restoration.
A perfect addition for any room where additional storage is needed. It can also be an ideal coffee table or window seat.
This is a typically well made solid pine blanket box with a strong structure and base.
Inside there is a full width compartment with 2 drawers beneath perfect for storing smaller objects. These would have originally been for storing candles.
It has 4 lovely bracket feet meaning it is raised slightly off the floor and has its original metal drop handles on each end making it easy to carry and move around.
The condition of the pine when I acquired it was in a bit of a mess and so keeping in line with its age and heavy use over its life I chose to paint this with a very heavy patina. I mixed very pale grey/blue pigments over a pale grey base coat for the 4 sides and added a slightly darker grey to the top and the bracket feet.
As with much of my work I followed the process of using original recipes to create the paint and processes to age the finish with lovely crackles and worn away areas leaving an authentic look and texture of paints from early 18th century or older.
The inside has a few original marks and scrapes but has been thoroughly cleaned and waxed so is ready to use immediately.
Measurements
W 115cm (45.3") x D 52cm (20.4") x H 57cm (22.4")
Please ask for any other measurements if required.
Please note that all my painted & restored furniture is of a certain age and over the years has picked up knocks and scrapes which add to each piece's uniqueness. The colouring and ageing techniques used during the restoration process also add to the individual style. Please be sure to ask for more photographs before purchasing if you would like further assurance that you are happy with your choice.
Available for immediate collection from the workshop near Fakenham, Norfolk or, it can be delivered for the cost of the courier.
Please contact us if you require delivery hello@jumbletique.co.uk
