Chest - Large Military Case - Pinewood
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Polish large military case made from solid pine wood with metal fittings, in excellent condition with minimal signs of age, originating from Poland and dating to the 1950s.
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Polish Military Wooden Field Case — 1950s — Solid Wood & Metal — Industrial — "W-5" Markings
A robust and characterful military field case manufactured in Poland in the 1950s, originally used by Polish armed forces to store and transport medical equipment. The piece bears original white stencilled markings "W-5" on multiple sides, along with a partially legible unit or inventory code on the front panel — all of which add to its authentic provenance and collectible appeal.
Construction:
Built from solid pine wood with heavy-gauge metal corner reinforcements, riveted metal trim, two side carry handles, and a front latch/lock mechanism. The lid is hinged and opens fully, supported by metal stay rods on both sides. The interior is unfinished natural pine — clean, spacious, and structurally sound.
Exterior:
Painted in original olive/field grey military paint, showing natural wear, surface scratches and patina consistent with decades of active service. No restoration — fully original.
Versatility:
An extremely popular piece for industrial and loft-style interiors. Can be used as a storage trunk, coffee table base, side table, blanket box, bar prop, or display piece. Equally at home in a living room, office, restaurant, or retail space.
Condition:
Good. Original paint shows wear, minor scratches and surface marks in keeping with age and military use. Interior pine is clean and solid.
Materials: Solid pine wood, metal fittings and reinforcements
Color: Olive / field grey (original military paint)
Markings: "W-5" (stencilled, original)
Origin: Poland
Period: 1950s
Former use: Military field/medical equipment storage
Shipping: Sent via registered and fully tracked courier service.
Seller's Story
We offer top quality postindustrial goods as well as antiques.
Attention:
Important information. If the item arrives damaged as a result of the brutality and bad handling of the shipping company, you must immediately file a claim with the shipping company. If you do not file a complaint, it means that you agree not to submit a complaint to Catawiki.
Attention: Because of the Russian attack on Ukraine, we cannot send our goods to Russian Federation and Ukraine.
Translated by Google TranslatePolish Military Wooden Field Case — 1950s — Solid Wood & Metal — Industrial — "W-5" Markings
A robust and characterful military field case manufactured in Poland in the 1950s, originally used by Polish armed forces to store and transport medical equipment. The piece bears original white stencilled markings "W-5" on multiple sides, along with a partially legible unit or inventory code on the front panel — all of which add to its authentic provenance and collectible appeal.
Construction:
Built from solid pine wood with heavy-gauge metal corner reinforcements, riveted metal trim, two side carry handles, and a front latch/lock mechanism. The lid is hinged and opens fully, supported by metal stay rods on both sides. The interior is unfinished natural pine — clean, spacious, and structurally sound.
Exterior:
Painted in original olive/field grey military paint, showing natural wear, surface scratches and patina consistent with decades of active service. No restoration — fully original.
Versatility:
An extremely popular piece for industrial and loft-style interiors. Can be used as a storage trunk, coffee table base, side table, blanket box, bar prop, or display piece. Equally at home in a living room, office, restaurant, or retail space.
Condition:
Good. Original paint shows wear, minor scratches and surface marks in keeping with age and military use. Interior pine is clean and solid.
Materials: Solid pine wood, metal fittings and reinforcements
Color: Olive / field grey (original military paint)
Markings: "W-5" (stencilled, original)
Origin: Poland
Period: 1950s
Former use: Military field/medical equipment storage
Shipping: Sent via registered and fully tracked courier service.
Seller's Story
We offer top quality postindustrial goods as well as antiques.
Attention:
Important information. If the item arrives damaged as a result of the brutality and bad handling of the shipping company, you must immediately file a claim with the shipping company. If you do not file a complaint, it means that you agree not to submit a complaint to Catawiki.
Attention: Because of the Russian attack on Ukraine, we cannot send our goods to Russian Federation and Ukraine.
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Era
1900-2000
Style subtype
Salvaged
Wood type
Pinewood
Country of origin
Poland
Model
Large Military Case
Material
Steel, Wood
Style
Industrial
Colour
Green
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
37 cm
Width
79 cm
Depth
50 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
