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# Inventor-Inspired Field Chests
Best Made's Field Chest Mimics Furniture Owned by Robert Edison

By Madison Mackay | Published 2018-03-26 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/field-chest
References: [uncrate](https://uncrate.com/best-made-field-chest/) & [bestmadeco](https://www.bestmadeco.com/products/gerstner-field-chest)

Furniture company [Best Made](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-coffee-table-black) teamed up with Gerstner & Sons to created a new Field Chest inspired by the classic piece of furniture owned by the famous inventor Robert Edison.

Constructed with [high-quality cherry wood](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hayashi-cabinet), this piece boasts all-American materials and craftsmanship. Illustrator Ross MacDonald helped to design the look of the [12 uniquely sized drawers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multidrawer), each with a specific use for different items. The chest features curled brass knobs, a book cubby and a German-made custom clock as the centerpiece that covers the paneling that swings open to show a secret compartment.

The new exclusive Field Chest by Best Made holds a piece of history while offering modern storage space—it is for sale online now for $5,498.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.8/10
- Popularity: 82% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Inventor-inspired Furniture:** Create furniture pieces that are inspired by the personal belongings of famous inventors to appeal to history enthusiasts.
- **High-quality Craftsmanship:** Emphasize the use of high-quality materials and expert craftsmanship to cater to consumers looking for durable and long-lasting furniture.
- **Secret Compartments:** Incorporate hidden compartments in furniture designs to create a sense of intrigue and provide additional storage options for customers.

### Where This Applies

- **Furniture Manufacturing:** Companies in the furniture manufacturing industry can explore partnerships with historical figures' estates or museums to create inventor-inspired furniture collections.
- **Home Decor:** Home decor retailers can curate a selection of inventor-inspired furniture pieces to cater to customers with a fascination for history and unique design.
- **Luxury Retail:** Luxury retailers can incorporate hidden compartments in their furniture offerings to add an element of exclusivity and intrigue to their products.

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