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A Small Early Oak Coffer
The Ark Stores
for sale €562     $610
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A Small Early Oak Coffer

18th century
For Sale by The Ark Stores
Description

A rare small oak panelled coffer

Original pin hinges

Excellent colour and patination

Blind fret carving along top rail

Pegged construction

Candle box

Some early damage

Base boards period oak replacements

Circa 1700

Physical Dimensions
Height
48cm (18.90")
Width
89cm (35.04")
Depth
40cm (15.75")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1095840
Description
A rare small oak panelled coffer

Original pin hinges

Excellent colour and patination

Blind fret carving along top rail

Pegged construction

Candle box

Some early damage

Base boards period oak replacements

Circa 1700

Height
48cm (18.90")
Width
89cm (35.04")
Depth
40cm (15.75")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1095840
The Ark Stores
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2016
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A small dark oak coffer featuring a carved top frieze, a three-panel front, and a central iron escutcheon.
A Small Early Oak Coffer
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An antique oak coffer is a heavy wooden storage chest with a hinged lid, historically used in European households to secure linens, clothing, and valuables prior to the widespread adoption of chests of drawers.

Early coffers were constructed predominantly from solid oak using mortise and tenon joinery secured with wooden pegs. They often feature hand-carved friezes, floating panels to accommodate timber movement, and forged iron lock plates.

Authentic pieces display evidence of hand-hewn timber, peg construction, historical wear around the base and lid, and hand-forged ironwork. Original surfaces show uneven patination, oxidisation around iron fittings, and signs of age consistent with period woodworking.

An antique coffer functions as a practical storage solution at the foot of a bed, within an entryway, or positioned as a coffee table in a living space. Its rich timber tone creates contrast when placed against contemporary neutral walls.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft, dry cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to preserve the timber patina. Keep the piece away from direct heat sources and excessive moisture to prevent warping or splitting.
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