First Elm Chest

I love this chest.  Why?  First of all it is made of beautifully grained elm.  Refinished elm looks terrific, and in this chest you get a full wide appreciation of that fact.  This chest was made in Hebei province sometime in the first quarter of the 20th century.  I think I like it so much because of the slight suggestion of a carved stretcher below the apron of the chest.  That little carving lifts the chest from just being a good looking box into one a bit more sophisticated.  The chest has the usual age related repairs.  Nothing can hide its simple beauty.

Wood: Elm

Province: Hebei

Dimensions: 34" x 44" x 18"

Price: SOLD