Primitive Wooden Tool Chest laboratory likely in a boarding house

likely in a boarding house

This piece exhibits heavy creasing and folding/rolling

This brilliant gold-painted sconce appears to be early 20th century in origin based on the wiring

The wall mount is 14

This up-cycled piece features a cage pendant lamp atop a cast iron pipe

Primitive Wooden Tool Chest laboratory likely in a boarding houseAntique wooden tool box chest with original steel clasp, handle, and hinges. This piece was formerly owned by J. B. Mertz of Leonore, IL; it was formerly property of a manufacturing company in St. Louis, but it is unknown if Mertz was employed there or if this was salvaged. Exhibits wear consistent with age and industrial setting it was used in, but remains in good condition. 28" W x 9. 5" D x 9" H Please refer to photos regarding condition. For more