Late 19th Century Victorian Style Wod Coal Box / Purdonium

Description

This is an antique Victorian-style coal box or scuttle, sometimes referred to as a purdonium. These cabinets features a inlaid top, and a pull-down front door with a unique brass handle for accessing coal.

I'm not 100% sure what the wood this is made out of, but typically these are made from walnut, mahogany or even rosewood.

Originally this was designed to stylishly store coal near a fireplace, today it can be used as shoe storage, or just something beautiful to decorate your room.

Condition:
Alterations: Unknown
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: This piece has minimum wear, all indicative of the piece's age.

Origin:
United Kingdom

Materials & Techniques:
Wood

Details:
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used

Condition

Unknown; Some Imperfections; This piece has minimum wear, all indicative of the piece's age.

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

26.5 x 13 x 12 in

Late 19th Century Victorian Style Wod Coal Box / Purdonium

Lot 0702

Estimate $460-$1,130

Oct 4, 2026, 6:55 PM EDT

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$220

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