Scandinavian Early 20th Century Black-Painted Chest

A Scandinavian chest from the early 20th century featuring black paint finish. The chest represents functional storage furniture providing drawers and compartments for household goods and textiles. The Scandinavian origin indicates regional design traditions and craftsmanship practices. The early 20th-century dating reflects period construction methods and wood selection. The black painted finish creates a sophisticated, dramatic visual effect. The form and proportions suggest functional design for bedrooms or storage spaces.

The chest displays the basic functional form with multiple drawers providing organized storage capacity. The black painted finish shows age and patination consistent with early 20th-century production and use. The hardware includes drawer pulls and escutcheons appropriate to the period. The wood construction employs traditional joinery and assembly methods. The proportions reflect practical considerations for functional storage. The overall design emphasizes functional simplicity characteristic of Scandinavian traditions.

This chest is well placed in bedrooms, dressing rooms, or spaces requiring substantial storage capacity. The black painted finish creates visual sophistication making it a focal point in bedroom arrangements. The Scandinavian origin appeals to collectors of regional furniture traditions. The early 20th-century production integrates readily with period interiors and contemporary spaces valuing functional design. The combination of practical storage capacity and refined finish appeals to collectors of Scandinavian painted furniture.

Place of Origin: Scandinavia
Period: 20th Century
Dimensions: 38.2"W x 20.1"D x 33.5"H

Inventory Number: AC82
Location: NCT

Price: $ 6950