 Will
the classic lines of this African mahogany hope chest fit into your home?
Finished with hand rubbed natural Velvit Oil, few woods capture and
play with light as does mahogany. Its sleek profile is enhanced by a 1/2"
purpleheart border around the raised panel in the lid and beaded detailing
on the bun feet. Get a better look at the close-up views on this
page. |
 Piano
hinge and counter balance. Just a slight touch will raise or lower the
lid, or hold it open at any angle. To take stress off the hinge during
shipping, this lid is boxed separately. Easy to follow instructions are
included for your own chest assembly party. |
 End
view, showing half blind dovetail joints, characteristic of the Walker
style chest. Dovetails add both strength and visual interest to the chest
design. "French" style lid overlaps box slightly for easy opening. |
 Close-up
of counter balance and piano hinge. |
 "French"
lid, detail of dovetail joints. |
 Close-up
view of 3h x 4 1/2w" beaded Mahogany bun foot. Each attaches with
a double ended dowel screw extends 1/4" beyond the sides of chest for added
stability. |