This unique piece was likely used in a traditional café, village shop or even a roadside stall, offering goods such as homemade jams, flowers or freshly baked goods on an honesty box basis.
Crafted from wood and finished in white with soft blue accents, it features a classic tiered display top with multiple cubby holes and nook compartments, perfect for showcasing small items. Three drawers provide additional storage, while the slanted section includes divided compartments ideal for produce or packaged goods.
The highly unique part to this piece is its honesty box feature: a discreet money slot in the base allowed customers to post payment, with a hidden drawer at the rear for the owner to securely collect takings.
The decorative top panel reading “Chez JaJane” adds a boutique-style touch. “Chez Ja Jane” is French and roughly translates to: “At Ja Jane’s place” or “At Ja Jane” - “Chez” is at the home/business of & “Ja Jane” is likely a name or brand.
The item gives a cozy, country / cottage core feel and will be perfect for boutiques, cafés or again roadside to sell items and products. It will also add a huge amount of character and charm to a kitchen with the interior and design of a country cozy kitchen providing storage and a place to display items.
Dimensions: 91.5cm X 32.5cm // Height 219cm
Condition: In well worn and original painted condition. Could easily be rubbed down and repainted or left as it is for the rustic appeal. Currently top and bottom sections are screwed together to secure it as one unit but can split down if required.
Item No. 8662
