First half 19th century, poplar. Square nail construction with side center shelf and cut out feet. Cleaned down to old blue with some traces of white paint. Wear, edge loss and age splits. 35.25"h. 33.75"d. 15.5"d.

The distinct lines are yellowed varnish that matches on both sides, inside and out. The varnish isn't applied along that line, however, it's just yellowed along that line with some scattered areas of yellowing in the same vicinity. If it wasn't on the insides also I would say it's from fading or cleaning. The blue is an old layer of paint that goes over red with traces of tan in areas. The two back feet have pieced construction (matching so most likely not repairs).