Chasing Waterfalls - Cedar Chests, That Is....

There seems to be a love/hate relationship with the Art Deco period out there, including the waterfall style.  However, I personally love the look and the craftsmanship put into the designs is nothing short of total admiration.

 

I came across this chest at a recent auction and it needed quite a bit of cosmetic work.  I've done several of these over the past few years and knew I was up for the challenge.

 

Here's a glance at what it looked like when I bought it:

 

Not real pretty.

 

With some refinishing work, it's now glowing with beauty again.  No paint needed for this one!

 

 

Look at this detail!

 

 

I brought back the cedar smell with just a bit of sanding with some 220 grit sandpaper.

 

 

Clean as a new penny.

 

It even has a hidden drawer...

 

 

So, perhaps chasing waterfalls is not always a bad thing.... :)

 

'til next time!