Painted Pitch Pine Chest of Drawers c1850 - Antique Charm with Attitude

Here’s a chest of drawers statement piece that carries its past with pride—an original, traditionally painted pitch pine chest of drawers dating back to around 1860. It’s bold and unapologetically unique, with two short drawers stacked above six long ones, each corner adorned with a hand-painted Fleur-de-Lys, anchoring the crisp coachline detailing that frames the drawers.

Perched on a solid plinth base, this chest radiates a deep, rich warmth that only old pitch pine can deliver. The flat panel sides roll into softly curved corners, giving way to drawer fronts in a lighter scumble glaze—perfectly balanced and visually rich. Painted coach lines keep things tidy, while the brass escutcheons add that little flash of vintage glamour.

The top edge, shaped with a classic ‘thumb nail’ detail, tells its own story—worn and weathered through generations of use. That kind of patina? You can’t fake it. It’s earned through decades of real life, leaving a finish that’s both raw and refined.

This is more than a piece of furniture—it’s a character in its own right. And the best part? Its beauty and value will only grow with time. These chests of drawers are becoming rarer and harder to find, so when they do pop up don't think to long as they disappear as soon as they arrive.