It is the beautiful hand-carved details that make this oak trunk or "coffer" so impressive. Note the craftsmanship that went into the impressive carvings including names and date of 1797. Restored and waxed.

Small oak dome top trunk from late 1800's with mesmerizing traditional hand carved details.  Restored and waxed, no lock.

Hungarian pine trunk with original hand painted floral decoration on a navy ground. Features carved half columns, lower drawer with brass rings, and interior storage compartment, showcasing bold Eastern European folk art design.

Oak dome top trunk from 1800's with mesmerizing traditional hand carved details from Eastern Europe. Restored and waxed, no lock.

The colorful paint is all original on this large flat top pine trunk. Red, blue, yellow and white all combine in traditional Eastern European folk art style. Exceptional detail is seen in the floral panels, festive skirt, vibrant borders and more.

Trunk with original painted and carved decoration. Geometric carving, circular medallion motifs, and crisscross lattice detailing highlight its Eastern European character. Richly layered painted surface and a visually distinctive and functional storage piece.

It is the Bombay curves and saber feet turning gently outwards that draws one to this dramatic pine chest of drawers. Restored, strong stable and ready for use.

Iron lock box with black and green painted finish, heavy wrought iron construction, &substantial side handles. Includes two padlocks and key. An unusual industrial accent with strong presence, ideal as a distinctive side table or statement décor.

Small dome top trunk from Sweden dated 1846.  The burnished orange background and light blue accent is all hand painted in the traditional folk style of the era.

The colorful blue paint is all original on this beautiful flat top trunk. Flowers were a traditional embellishment as seen on the front of this handcrafted trunk with monogram and date of 1858, indicating it was likely a wedding or dowry present.

Original painted pine chest dated 1890 with floral & vine decoration on a dark navy ground. Features carved panels, half-columns, wrought iron side handles, and interior storage with a small compartment.

Hungarian flat top trunk crafted in pine with original hand painted decoration. The surface features a dark brown background with festive floral motifs in red. A name and date of 1874 embellish the front top section.

It is the incredible hand-wrought iron details that make this trunk an exceptional find. Note the elaborate flowers seen throughout the ironwork, encasing the top, corners and even front.

Small dome top trunk from Sweden dated 1877 and monogram of AJS.  The burnished red background is all hand painted in the traditional folk style of the era. Even the interior was painted in this lovely example of Swedish country craftsmanship

Carved antique coffer trunk from Italy circa 1700-1740, with original iron hardware and a front heavily carved with flourishes of leaves and

 

This solid oak trunk is the type one might see if touring the hallways of a castle in Denmark. Note the impressive carving and original hand-wrought iron handles that facilitate moving this heavy coffer while the long hinges allow one to open the heavy oak top.

The paint is all original on this delightful flat top trunk dated 1804 and rests on painted bun feet. The flowers in vases are depicted on the front panels, which was a popular folk art design throughout the 1800's.