{"product_id":"orientalsk-kamferkiste-1900-tallet","title":"Oriental Camphor Chest in Carved Wood – Vintage Storage Chest – 73 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eA characterful and decorative camphor chest with rich carvings and a clear reference to oriental craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chest is made of hardwood and beautifully decorated with detailed carvings that create a lively and narrative expression. The delicate motifs and warm wood tones give the furniture visual depth, where the craftsmanship is clearly evident.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCamphor chests were traditionally used for storing textiles, where the natural properties of the wood also had a protective function. Today, the chest serves both as practical storage and as a decorative element in the interior – for example, in the living room, hallway, or at the foot of a bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelected with a focus on craftsmanship, patina, and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; letter-spacing: 0.5px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Context — read more ▾\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCamphor chests have a long tradition in Asian furniture art, where they were used for storing textiles and valuables. The wood contains natural oils that help protect the contents from pests. The richly decorated carvings are often inspired by nature, symbolism, and stories, making each chest unique. In the 20th century, these pieces of furniture found their way into Western homes, where they were appreciated for both their function and decorative qualities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.08); margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFacts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eType: Storage chest \/ camphor chest\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Hardwood with carvings\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Oriental\u003cbr\u003ePeriod: 20th century\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 37 cm\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 73 cm\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 34 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShows signs of age and use. Minor patina and wear are a natural part of the chest's age and underline its authentic expression.\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NITUSH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46473367617867,"sku":"","price":294.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/3055\/0347\/files\/Orientalskkamferkiste1.png?v=1774803677","url":"https:\/\/nitush.com\/products\/oriental-camphor-chest-20th-century","provider":"NITUSH","version":"1.0","type":"link"}