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What is the difference between a chest and a trunk?
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The difference between a chest and a trunk is mostly portability. Both terms describe storage furniture often crafted out of wood, but their functions are different. A chest normally goes in a bedroom, living room or other space and serves as a permanent piece of furniture in a home. On the other hand, a trunk usually features heavy-duty craftsmanship and a more portable design. Originally, trunks were used as luggage for travel. However, today, many people use them as permanent furniture, just like chests. Find a wide range of chests and trunks on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
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American Painted Sea Chest with Beckets.
Located in Vero Beach, FL
American Painted Sea Chest with Beckets.
Early 20th century green painted pine trunk with a single board top and original sailor made painted ropework beckets. The lid features a pa...
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Blanket Chests
Materials
Pine
Antique early 17th century rare German or Austrian Stollentruhe or trunk
Located in Casteren, NL
This is an antique Stollentruhe (stile-and-panel chest) made of solid oak, originating from Southern Germany, most likely Bavaria, Upper Austria, or Tyrol, and dating to the early 17th century (circa 1600–1630). It is an early and exceptional example of the traditional stollen construction, recognizable by its tall, continuous corner stiles, heavy front panel, and strongly regional carved ornamentation.
The chest is fitted with an outstanding and completely original chest lock...
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Antique 17th Century German Gothic Blanket Chests
Materials
Steel
Painted Chest with Floral Decoration Early 19th Century
Located in Vo
, Veneto
Antique Painted Chest with Floral Decoration
Technical information:
Period: about 1800
Origin: Central Tyrol
Wood type: Spruce
Height: 47 cm 18.50 in
Width: 124 cm 48.82 in
Depth:...
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Antique Early 1800s Italian Other Blanket Chests
Materials
Fir
19th century Swedish hand painted pine blanket box
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Hand painted small Swedish trunk circa 1877.
Good quality piece of rustic Swedish furniture, offering plenty of opportunities for storage in multiple rooms around the home, such as ...
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Blanket Chests
Materials
Metal
Midcentury French Riviera Storage Chest / Bench in Bamboo and Wicker, Italy 1970
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning French Riviera style storage chest or bench, fully hand-made in bamboo, curved rattan, and hand-woven wicker. This incredibly stylish and unique piece was produced in Italy ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Blanket Chests
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Velvet, Wood
Antique English 17th Century William III Carved Oak Coffer Chest Candle Box 1690
Located in Portland, OR
A good late 17th century antique English carved oak coffer chest from the reign of King William III, circa 1690.
The chest having a hinged lid with the original hand-forged iron snip...
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Antique 1690s English William and Mary Blanket Chests
Materials
Oak
