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A Fine Example of a 17th Century Painted Armada Chest
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for sale €5,148     $5,588
£4,400
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A Fine Example of a 17th Century Painted Armada Chest

17th century
For Sale by Hansord Antiques
Description

A 17th century painted Armada chest with a finely engraved steel lock plate with Maidens, flowers, and a brass central boss.

The outside is painted with a green background and floral panels, the fake central lock plate with gilded decoration and carrying handles to the side, standing on an oak stand.

Measurements include the stand, strongbox itself is 40cm high

Physical Dimensions
Height
66cm (25.98")
Width
75cm (29.53")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Declaration

Hansord Antiques has dated this 17th Century Armada Chest to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1078975
Dealers Internal Reference
SKU00001328
Dealers Notes

Our stock includes early oak and walnut furniture from the 18th century, as well as more formal pieces from the Georgian period. Clocks, barometers and globes are complemented by Colonial cabinets, furniture and early arms. Their scientific instruments, which include early microscopes, telescopes and equipment such as sextants, provide a fascinating insight into the evolution of technology, whilst demonstrating fine artistry and craftsmanship. One of Hansord’s many exhibitions was entitled ‘From simplicity to complexity with a little eccentricity’ and this continues to be the guiding mantra behind their collection today.

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A 17th century painted Armada chest with a finely engraved steel lock plate with Maidens, flowers, and a brass central boss.
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The outside is painted with a green background and floral panels, the fake central lock plate with gilded decoration and carrying handles to the side, standing on an oak stand.
Hansord Antiques

Measurements include the stand, strongbox itself is 40cm high

Height
66cm (25.98")
Width
75cm (29.53")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Date of Manufacture

Hansord Antiques has dated this 17th Century Armada Chest to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1078975
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00001328
Hansord Antiques
Hansord Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2016

Furniture, works of art,globes ,and scientific instruments

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Hansord Antiques Profile Page

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Hansord Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA  BADA  CINOA

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A 17th-century olive green painted armada chest decorated with floral motifs, iron strapping, studs, and a central decorative escutcheon on a matching stand.
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Archive I A 17th-century olive green painted armada chest decorated with floral motifs, iron strapping, studs, and a central decorative escutcheon on a matching stand.

A Fine Example of a 17th Century Painted Armada Chest

Archive II A 17th-century olive green painted armada chest decorated with floral motifs, iron strapping, studs, and a central decorative escutcheon on a matching stand. View II
Archive III A 17th-century olive green painted armada chest decorated with floral motifs, iron strapping, studs, and a central decorative escutcheon on a matching stand. View III
Archive IV A 17th-century olive green painted armada chest decorated with floral motifs, iron strapping, studs, and a central decorative escutcheon on a matching stand. View IV
Archive V A 17th-century olive green painted armada chest decorated with floral motifs, iron strapping, studs, and a central decorative escutcheon on a matching stand. View V
Archive VI A 17th-century olive green painted armada chest decorated with floral motifs, iron strapping, studs, and a central decorative escutcheon on a matching stand. View VI
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Hansord Antiques

Hansord Antiques
Telephone 07831 183511
Location
Nr Lincoln
Lincolnshire
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/hansordantiques
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A 17th-century olive green painted armada chest decorated with floral motifs, iron strapping, studs, and a central decorative escutcheon on a matching stand.
A FINE EXAMPLE OF A 17TH CENTURY PAINTED ARMADA CHEST
Ref: SA1078975
A 17th-century olive green painted armada chest decorated with floral motifs, iron strapping, studs, and a central decorative escutcheon on a matching stand.
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  • ObjectChests & Coffers
  • Period17th century
  • Style17th Century Baroque
  • MaterialWrought Iron, Wood, Paint
  • ColourOlive Green
  • MotifsIron strapping, floral painted panels, decorative escutcheon, riveted studs
  • SizeH 66 cm (26 in) x W 75 cm (30 in) x D 43 cm (17 in)

This seventeenth-century Baroque painted Armada chest exhibits an olive green painted wood construction enriched with vertical and horizontal iron strapping, riveted studs, and hand-painted floral panels across the lid and body. A prominent central decorative escutcheon with gilded details sits on the front, complemented by drop handles on the sides and ring pulls hanging from the upper and lower strapping. The chest rests on an associated oak stand featuring an arched cutout profile along the lower edge and matching painted decoration. The piece measures 66 cm high, 75 cm wide, and 43 cm deep overall, with the strongbox portion standing 40 cm high. Placed atop a sideboard or low console table, this chest serves as an eye-catching decorative storage container suitable for a study, hallway, or living room setting.

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An armada chest is a heavy wrought-iron strongbox predominantly produced in Northern European centres such as Nuremberg during the 16th and 17th centuries. The name was popularised in Britain following a historical association with treasure chests captured from the Spanish Armada.

These strongboxes were crafted from heavy iron plates or metal-strapped timber, reinforced with hand-forged studs and rivets. They feature complex spring-driven multi-bolt locking mechanisms concealed entirely within the underside of the lid.

Authentic period examples demonstrate hand-hammered iron strapping, deliberate false keyholes on the front face, side lifting handles, and intricate internal locking works operated by a single key inserted through the lid top.

A painted armada chest functions as a statement accent piece when positioned on a hallway console, sturdy sideboard, or within a study. Its combination of metalwork and painted surface adds texture and historic contrast to contemporary spaces.

Dust the surface gently with a dry microfibre cloth to protect original pigment layers. Keep the chest in a climate-controlled environment to prevent rust formation on exposed iron, avoiding chemical solvents or abrasive polish.
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