Vintage Pine Chest Stamped “Cocoa CJ Van Houtens”
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A very nice vintage pine chest once used to transport cocoa by CJ Van Houtens. The chest is in good vintage order and would suit a number of uses – great as a toy box, bedroom storage or for display purposes in a deli or shop.
In 1828 Casparus van Houten Sr. (and not his son, who is usually credited) patented an inexpensive method for pressing the fat from roasted cocoa beans. The centre of the bean, known as the "nib," contains an average of 54 percent cocoa butter, which is a natural fat. Van Houten's machine - a hydraulic press - reduced the cocoa butter content by nearly half. This created a "cake" that could be pulverized into cocoa powder, which was to become the basis of all chocolate products.
The introduction of cocoa powder not only made creating chocolate drinks much easier, but also made it possible to combine chocolate with sugar and then remix it with cocoa butter to create a solid, already closely resembling today's eating chocolate…love the stuff!
You can still purchase Van Houtens Cocoa today.
We have hand waxed the chest so it’s ready to use and enjoy.
Dimensions – Overall: Height 45cm x Width 73.5cm x Depth 50cm
Established in 2011 we take pleasure in working for private and commercial clients in the sourcing of single pieces though to full Interior Design.
We appreciate that sometimes you may wish to touch and see a piece in the flesh before purchasing, if this is the case please call or email us to make an appointment (Monday – Saturday 9am-9pm). We are happy to take calls to answer any questions or if you wish to make a payment via the phone on 0121 2367740.
We include UK mainland delivery in the purchase price and utilise the services of three private couriers companies to deliver larger items. All items including furniture are suitably wrapped and padded in house in addition to our trusted couriers blanket wrapping whilst the piece is in transit. Delivery takes between 4-15 days depending on your location and we will contact you shortly after purchase to put the wheels in motion.
Please email for International, Scottish (north of Glasgow) and Ireland shipping quotes.
Any questions please ask or mail [email protected].
In 1828 Casparus van Houten Sr. (and not his son, who is usually credited) patented an inexpensive method for pressing the fat from roasted cocoa beans. The centre of the bean, known as the "nib," contains an average of 54 percent cocoa butter, which is a natural fat. Van Houten's machine - a hydraulic press - reduced the cocoa butter content by nearly half. This created a "cake" that could be pulverized into cocoa powder, which was to become the basis of all chocolate products.
The introduction of cocoa powder not only made creating chocolate drinks much easier, but also made it possible to combine chocolate with sugar and then remix it with cocoa butter to create a solid, already closely resembling today's eating chocolate…love the stuff!
You can still purchase Van Houtens Cocoa today.
We have hand waxed the chest so it’s ready to use and enjoy.
Dimensions – Overall: Height 45cm x Width 73.5cm x Depth 50cm
Established in 2011 we take pleasure in working for private and commercial clients in the sourcing of single pieces though to full Interior Design.
We appreciate that sometimes you may wish to touch and see a piece in the flesh before purchasing, if this is the case please call or email us to make an appointment (Monday – Saturday 9am-9pm). We are happy to take calls to answer any questions or if you wish to make a payment via the phone on 0121 2367740.
We include UK mainland delivery in the purchase price and utilise the services of three private couriers companies to deliver larger items. All items including furniture are suitably wrapped and padded in house in addition to our trusted couriers blanket wrapping whilst the piece is in transit. Delivery takes between 4-15 days depending on your location and we will contact you shortly after purchase to put the wheels in motion.
Please email for International, Scottish (north of Glasgow) and Ireland shipping quotes.
Any questions please ask or mail [email protected].