Farm House Aged Beech Wood “Jelly Cupboard”: Late 19th-Century Charm, Stained Chestnut Brown

This rustic farmhouse cupboard was picked up in the hills of Lancaster County, Pa. Antique jelly cupboard is chesnut brown stained on beech wood. A perfect addition to any living, dining room or kitchen to use for large storage and or to showcase your favorite books on top. Large shelves and ample storage.

Pie safes and jelly cupboards were functional furniture pieces, originally of Germanic influence. Initially prominent in Pennsylvania, they gradually spread to the valleys of Virginia, Shenandoah, and extended into the Midwest, including Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois. These versatile pieces were intended for storing not just pies but also breads, jellies, jams, and baked goods.