19th Century Painted Pine Blanket Chest in Blue living room A sculptural utility piece

A sculptural utility piece

This piece was used to mold promotional signage representing a pyramid stack of bourbon barrels

Art Steel Co

supported by four splayed legs

This small but impactful wood cabinet is in the classic American style that would later inspire furniture designers like Kipp Stewart and John Van Koert

19th Century Painted Pine Blanket Chest in Blue living room A sculptural utility pieceBlue painted pine blanket chest raised on integral square legs with molded base and cornice, retaining its original lift off lid construction. The interior features a full length divider creating two storage compartments, a practical arrangement often used for separating household textiles, clothing, or personal belongings. The hand applied blue painted finish has mellowed with age, contrasting with the warm natural pine interior. Lift off blanket