Large Antique Victorian Shipwrights Chest with Fitted Interior & Working Key

This is a large and handsome antique shipwrights chest dating to the mid 19th century. Made of solid pine and mahogany it is fairly substantial and very heavy, a well made piece which has seen a very active life, both at sea and on shore. The chest has a deep lid which opens to reveal a fitted interior with a removable bank of drawers, to the base there is a storage space with slide over lid. To either end of the chest is an aged black metal handle and the chest is set on a deep base plinth. The wood has an old worn ebonized finish which is quite matt. The lid has a natural waxed wood finish. The lid locks and the key is present. A splendid piece for use in the home or workshop.