'William Hall's Wee Chest 1893', Scottish Folk Art Pine Chest Books - Military Depth: 57cm

Depth: 57cm

Maker's mark rubbed

An exceptional and charming 18th century mahogany bureau of unusually small proportions

An unusual Victorian carved marble and slate paperweight of large proportions

'William Hall's Wee Chest 1893', Scottish Folk Art Pine Chest Books - Military Depth: 57cm*RESERVED* A delightful late 19th century Scottish folk art pine chest of 'wee' proportions. The chest has a central brass plaque reading, 'William Hall's Wee Chest 1893'. A brass Celtic style cross is nailed to each corner, and the lid opens to reveal a miniature candle box to the interior, the whole raised upon four feet. There are signs of wear commensurate with age throughout but all joints and brass elements remain firmly affixed, and the wood