Bidspirit auction | 19th Century American Primitive Walnut
19th Century American Primitive Walnut Six Board Blanket Chest - This 19th-century primitive storage chest or bench features traditional six-board construction. The piece is crafted with a single-board top, front, back, and ends, joined with butt-ended joints secured by nails. The primary wood is walnut or a similar figured hardwood with a dark, aged finish, while the interior reveals a lighter-colored secondary softwood, likely pine. The hinged lid opens to a deep storage compartment and is supported by two long, interior iron strap hinges. The chest sits on four simple block feet. There are no visible maker marks, labels, or inscriptions on the exterior or interior of the piece. Height: 22 inches, Width: 45 inches, Depth: 9 inches.