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Antique Quality Hand-Carved Oak Dowry Chest
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Description
A charming hand-carved marriage /dowry chest featuring intricate geometric and floral carvings on all sides. This beautifully crafted piece showcases exceptional workmanship likely of Central or Eastern European origin with its detailed chip-carved patterns and folk-inspired motifs — including rosettes, fan patterns and radiating stars are characteristic of regional folk art symbolism often representing prosperity, fertility, and good fortune.The chest opens from the top with brass hinges and also includes a small lower drawer offering practical storage space. The lid, sides, and front are richly decorated with symmetrical hand-carved designs while the legs are elegantly shaped and carved to match the overall motif.
Crafted from solid oak, the piece has a warm natural patina that highlights the depth of the carving and the age of the wood. The chest remains in excellent antique condition with only minor wear consistent with age and use.
This versatile piece can serve as a side table, bedside cabinet, or decorative storage chest adding rustic character and historical charm to any interior.
Dimension:
Height: 52.5 cm (20.67in)
Width: 50.5 cm (19.88 in)
Depth: 31.5 cm (12.40 in)
Condition: Very good antique condition. Minor marks and wear as expected for age. Hinges and drawer function well.
Dated 1890
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We deliver for free throughout mainland UK.
International shipping is available at a reasonable cost, please contact us for details.
International shipping is available at a reasonable cost, please contact us for details.
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We offer a 14 day money back guarantee in the unlikely event that you are not satisfied with your purchase, we just ask that you pay for the cost of returning it to us.
Our Clock Warranty-
All clocks purchased from London City Antiques are guaranteed for 12 months from the date of purchase. This warranty includes mechanical failures, but does not include damage caused by improper use, tampering, environmental damage or physical damage. If your clock has a genuine defect that satisfies the conditions of the warranty and is within the warranty period we will, at our discretion and without cost to you, complete the necessary replacement of parts and/or rectify a fault or action any repair as identified by a fully trained horologist. In the unlikely event that a repair is not successful a full refund will be offered.
Our Clock Warranty-
All clocks purchased from London City Antiques are guaranteed for 12 months from the date of purchase. This warranty includes mechanical failures, but does not include damage caused by improper use, tampering, environmental damage or physical damage. If your clock has a genuine defect that satisfies the conditions of the warranty and is within the warranty period we will, at our discretion and without cost to you, complete the necessary replacement of parts and/or rectify a fault or action any repair as identified by a fully trained horologist. In the unlikely event that a repair is not successful a full refund will be offered.
DateLate 19th Century :
1890
Codeas1055a4586 / 2876
Price £795.00 
€919.82 
$1071.02 
The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 2/JUN/2026.
Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer.StatusFor Sale SellerLondon City Antiques Telephone07834270128Non UK callers :+44 7834270128 Emaillondoncityantiques@gmail.com
€919.82 
$1071.02 
The price has been listed in British Pounds.Conversion rates as of 2/JUN/2026.
Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer.StatusFor Sale SellerLondon City Antiques Telephone07834270128Non UK callers :+44 7834270128 Emaillondoncityantiques@gmail.com
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