Sold 26 September 2024 · The Ark Stores

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Description

A small size early oak coffer

18th century

Replacement though early hinges

Stamped RW to one side

Good original carving to front

Splice in repairs to top

Hand made nail construction

Marks to top

Date of Manufacture

The Ark Stores has dated this Small Oak Coffer to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

45cm (17.72")

Width

85cm (33.46")

Depth

37cm (14.57")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1068908

Description

A small size early oak coffer

18th century

Replacement though early hinges

Stamped RW to one side

Good original carving to front

Splice in repairs to top

Hand made nail construction

Marks to top

Date of Manufacture

The Ark Stores has dated this Small Oak Coffer to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

45cm (17.72")

Width

85cm (33.46")

Depth

37cm (14.57")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1068908

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The Ark Stores

Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2016

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The Ark Stores

Telephone 01428 641817

Location

Town Car Park
Haslemere
Surrey
GU27 2HG
United Kingdom

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/ark

Verified Since Jun 2016

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ObjectChests
Period18th century
StyleJacobean
MaterialOak, Iron
ColourDark Brown
MotifsLunette carving, Strap hinges, Pegged joints
SizeH 45 cm (18 in) x W 85 cm (33 in) x D 37 cm (15 in)

FAQs

An early oak coffer is a traditional storage chest dating from the medieval period through to the 17th century, initially used in homes and churches to securely store valuables, documents, and textiles before closets became common.

These pieces are predominantly constructed from solid English oak, utilizing frame-and-panel techniques with pegged joints and hand-forged iron hardware to accommodate the natural movement of the timber.

Authenticity is identified through period-appropriate joinery such as pegged mortise and tenon joints, hand-adzed boards, iron-forged strap hinges, and natural patination indicative of age and wear.

A period coffer functions effectively as a coffee table, at the end of a bed for extra textile storage, or as a standalone accent piece that adds textural contrast and historical depth to contemporary spaces.

Preservation involves maintaining stable indoor humidity levels away from direct heat sources and sunlight, occasionally treating the timber with traditional beeswax to nourish the wood without damaging the historic finish.