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Rare 16th Century Inlaid Oak Coffer
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for sale €2,282     $2,477
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Rare 16th Century Inlaid Oak Coffer

16th century
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Rare 16th century 1580c

Oak inlaid Small Coffer, Diamond inlay and small Flowers lnlay, unusual to find an early coffer with bog oak inlaid decoration of this period.

Date of Manufacture

Oliveri Antiques Ltd has dated this 16th Century Inlaid Oak Coffer to the 16th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
51cm (20.08")
Width
78cm (30.71")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Reference Numbers
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SA1084020
Description
Rare 16th century 1580c
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Oak inlaid Small Coffer, Diamond inlay and small Flowers lnlay, unusual to find an early coffer with bog oak inlaid decoration of this period.
Oliveri Antiques Ltd
Date of Manufacture

Oliveri Antiques Ltd has dated this 16th Century Inlaid Oak Coffer to the 16th Century.

Height
51cm (20.08")
Width
78cm (30.71")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Reference Numbers
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SA1084020
Oliveri Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2015
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A dark oak 16th-century coffer featuring geometric star marquetry inlay within diamond panels and a hand-forged iron lockplate.
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Archive I A dark oak 16th-century coffer featuring geometric star marquetry inlay within diamond panels and a hand-forged iron lockplate.

Rare 16th Century Inlaid Oak Coffer

Archive II A dark oak 16th-century coffer featuring geometric star marquetry inlay within diamond panels and a hand-forged iron lockplate. View II
Archive III A dark oak 16th-century coffer featuring geometric star marquetry inlay within diamond panels and a hand-forged iron lockplate. View III
Archive IV A dark oak 16th-century coffer featuring geometric star marquetry inlay within diamond panels and a hand-forged iron lockplate. View IV
Archive V A dark oak 16th-century coffer featuring geometric star marquetry inlay within diamond panels and a hand-forged iron lockplate. View V
Archive VI A dark oak 16th-century coffer featuring geometric star marquetry inlay within diamond panels and a hand-forged iron lockplate. View VI
Archive VII A dark oak 16th-century coffer featuring geometric star marquetry inlay within diamond panels and a hand-forged iron lockplate. View VII
Archive VIII A dark oak 16th-century coffer featuring geometric star marquetry inlay within diamond panels and a hand-forged iron lockplate. View VIII
Archive IX A dark oak 16th-century coffer featuring geometric star marquetry inlay within diamond panels and a hand-forged iron lockplate. View IX
Archive X A dark oak 16th-century coffer featuring geometric star marquetry inlay within diamond panels and a hand-forged iron lockplate. View X
Archive XI A dark oak 16th-century coffer featuring geometric star marquetry inlay within diamond panels and a hand-forged iron lockplate. View XI
Archive XII A dark oak 16th-century coffer featuring geometric star marquetry inlay within diamond panels and a hand-forged iron lockplate. View XII
Archive XIII A dark oak 16th-century coffer featuring geometric star marquetry inlay within diamond panels and a hand-forged iron lockplate. View XIII
Archive XIV A dark oak 16th-century coffer featuring geometric star marquetry inlay within diamond panels and a hand-forged iron lockplate. View XIV
Archive XV A dark oak 16th-century coffer featuring geometric star marquetry inlay within diamond panels and a hand-forged iron lockplate. View XV
Archive XVI A dark oak 16th-century coffer featuring geometric star marquetry inlay within diamond panels and a hand-forged iron lockplate. View XVI
Archive XVII A dark oak 16th-century coffer featuring geometric star marquetry inlay within diamond panels and a hand-forged iron lockplate. View XVII
Archive XVIII A dark oak 16th-century coffer featuring geometric star marquetry inlay within diamond panels and a hand-forged iron lockplate. View XVIII
Archive XIX A dark oak 16th-century coffer featuring geometric star marquetry inlay within diamond panels and a hand-forged iron lockplate. View XIX
Archive XX A dark oak 16th-century coffer featuring geometric star marquetry inlay within diamond panels and a hand-forged iron lockplate. View XX
Archive XXI A dark oak 16th-century coffer featuring geometric star marquetry inlay within diamond panels and a hand-forged iron lockplate. View XXI
Archive XXII A dark oak 16th-century coffer featuring geometric star marquetry inlay within diamond panels and a hand-forged iron lockplate. View XXII
Archive XXIII A dark oak 16th-century coffer featuring geometric star marquetry inlay within diamond panels and a hand-forged iron lockplate. View XXIII
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Oliveri Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07785 785 097 or 07585 440 614
Location
Oxfordshire
United Kingdom

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A dark oak 16th-century coffer featuring geometric star marquetry inlay within diamond panels and a hand-forged iron lockplate.
Rare 16th century Inlaid Oak Coffer
Ref: SA1084020
A dark oak 16th-century coffer featuring geometric star marquetry inlay within diamond panels and a hand-forged iron lockplate.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCoffers & Chests
  • Period16th century
  • StyleTudor & Elizabethan
  • MaterialOak, Inlaid Wood, Iron
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsStar marquetry inlay, Diamond reserves, Iron lockplate and clasp, Slab side supports
  • SizeH 51 cm (20 in) x W 78 cm (31 in) x D 41 cm (16 in)

This rare sixteenth-century Tudor and Elizabethan coffer is constructed from solid oak with a dark brown finish. The front panels display intricate geometric star marquetry inlay enclosed within diamond reserves, accented by small flower motifs and contrasting bog oak details. A prominent hand-forged iron lockplate and clasp are centrally mounted on the upper front edge, accompanied by visible iron hinges and mounting nails. The chest rests securely on traditional slab side support feet, and displays genuine age-related surface wear and patination across the timber surfaces. Measuring 51 cm high, 78 cm wide, and 41 cm deep, this small antique storage chest provides practical proportions for functional use. It suits placement as an accent piece in a traditional hallway, living room, or bedroom interior, where it serves effectively for storing linens, blankets, or keepsakes while adding historical character to modern living spaces.

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A 16th-century inlaid oak coffer is characterised by timber construction, joined or plank framing, and geometric marquetry or parquetry inlays such as star patterns. These storage chests were produced during the Tudor and Elizabethan periods for securing personal belongings.

Early coffers were crafted from solid English oak using plank construction or mortise and tenon joinery. Decorative inlays utilized contrasting timbers such as bog oak, holly, or fruitwood, accompanied by hand-forged iron lockplates and hinges.

Authentic period coffers display hand-planed wood surfaces, pegged joints, and natural timber shrinkage across the grain. The ironwork shows hand-forged irregularities, while internal surfaces exhibit hand-sawing marks rather than modern machine cuts.

An oak coffer can be placed at the foot of a bed, used in an entryway for concealed storage, or set along a hallway wall. The dark timber and geometric inlay balance minimalist space with historic detail.

Early oak furniture should be kept in stable humidity to prevent timber movement and cracking. Regular dusting with a dry cloth and periodic application of clear beeswax preserves the patinated surface.
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