Chinese Carved Blanket Chest

This is a charming vintage Chinese blanket chest which dates to the mid 20th century. Made of camphor wood it is fairly modestly sized and could serve a variety of purposes in any home. It is ideal for use as a small blanket box at the foot of a bed or perhaps could be used as a toy chest. The chest features ornate carvings depicting rural scenes and temples. The top has a deep lift up lid which opens to reveal a clean interior. The lid is fitted with a typically styled Chinese brass latch and has an internal stay to stop it from falling open too far. The wood has been stripped back to the natural wood and has a waxed finish which is fairly matt.