19th-Century English Painted Pine Trunk with Drawer

This 19th-century painted pine trunk is a superb example of early English country furniture, full of charm, character, and practical storage features. Finished in an aged chalky paint, this painted pine trunk offers a beautiful, timeworn surface that highlights its original 19th-century craftsmanship.

Inside, the trunk features a traditional candle box along the right side and two internal drawers, ideal for storing smaller items. Beneath the main compartment sits a large full-length drawer, fitted with its original brass recessed handles, providing even more organised storage. To the sides, the trunk retains its hand-forged iron carry handles, adding authenticity and a strong decorative presence.

Standing on classic bun feet, this large 19th-century painted pine trunk has wonderful proportions and makes a perfect storage chest, hallway trunk, blanket box, or decorative coffee table. The aged paint, wear, and patina give this 19th-century painted trunk a huge amount of charm and character.

This 19th-century painted pine trunk would once have been a hardworking storage piece in a Victorian home — holding blankets, candles, linens, or small valuables inside its candle box and internal drawers. The hand-forged iron handles and brass recessed pulls speak to its original quality, while the large lower drawer suggests it belonged to a household that valued both 

19th-Century Painted Pine Trunk – Large English Storage Chest

This 19th-century painted pine trunk is a wonderful example of early English country furniture, full of charm, character, and practical storage. Finished in a beautiful aged chalky paint, this large 19th-century painted pine trunk retains its original Victorian craftsmanship and offers excellent storage for modern living.

Inside, the trunk features a traditional candle box, two internal drawers, and a spacious main compartment. Beneath this sits a full-length lower drawer with its original brass recessed handles, offering even more organised storage. To the sides, the hand-forged iron carry handles add authenticity and highlight the trunk’s robust 19th-century construction.

Standing on classic bun feet, this generously sized storage chest makes a perfect hallway trunk, blanket box, coffee table, or decorative statement piece. The worn paint, soft patina, and time-smoothed edges give this 19th-century painted pine trunk huge character and a warm country-house feel.

History & Provenance

This painted pine trunk would originally have served as a hardworking storage piece in a Victorian home, holding linens, blankets, candles, or valuables inside its candle box and drawers. The combination of hand-forged iron handles and brass recessed pulls speaks to the quality of its original maker, while the large lower drawer shows it was built for both practicality and durability.
Over the decades, the soft chalky paint and patina have developed naturally, creating the timeless, characterful surface collectors love today.

Key Features

• Large 19th-century painted pine trunk with authentic worn paint

• Traditional candle box + two internal drawers

• Full-length lower drawer with original brass recessed handles

• Hand-forged iron side handles

• Stands on classic bun feet

• Beautiful aged paint and genuine 19th-century patina

• Perfect as a hallway trunk, blanket box, coffee table, or storage chest

• Full of character, charm, and early English period detail