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George I Oak Box Coffer
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George I Oak Box Coffer

18th century
Sold 2 April 2025 · Sturmans Antiques
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A stylish George I oak box coffer with faux drawers to the front and hinged top c.1725. Planked top with deep moulded edge forming a cornice. Two faux drawers to the front with original brassware, carrying handles to the side. Sat on the original moulded plinth with original bracket feet below. The lid opening to reveal a clean interior with later removeable galvanised liner to allow use as a log or coal box. Presented in excellent original condition with a deep shine. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 20" wide x 19" deep x 15" high.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
38cm (14.96")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
48.5cm (19.09")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this George I Oak Coffer to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1117949
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number 40628
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Description
A stylish George I oak box coffer with faux drawers to the front and hinged top c.1725. Planked top with deep moulded edge forming a cornice. Two faux drawers to the front with original brassware, carrying handles to the side. Sat on the original moulded plinth with original bracket feet below.
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The lid opening to reveal a clean interior with later removeable galvanised liner to allow use as a log or coal box.
Sturmans Antiques

Presented in excellent original condition with a deep shine. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 20" wide x 19" deep x 15" high.

Please contact us with your postcode to obtain a quote for delivery of this item.

Height
38cm (14.96")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
48.5cm (19.09")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this George I Oak Coffer to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1117949
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 40628
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver

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Trade Associations

Sturmans Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A compact George I oak coffer featuring a hinged top, brass escutcheon, and two lower drawers with decorative drop handles. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A compact George I oak coffer featuring a hinged top, brass escutcheon, and two lower drawers with decorative drop handles. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

George I Oak Box Coffer

Archive II A compact George I oak coffer featuring a hinged top, brass escutcheon, and two lower drawers with decorative drop handles. View II
Archive III A compact George I oak coffer featuring a hinged top, brass escutcheon, and two lower drawers with decorative drop handles. View III
Archive IV A compact George I oak coffer featuring a hinged top, brass escutcheon, and two lower drawers with decorative drop handles. View IV
Archive V A compact George I oak coffer featuring a hinged top, brass escutcheon, and two lower drawers with decorative drop handles. View V
Archive VI A compact George I oak coffer featuring a hinged top, brass escutcheon, and two lower drawers with decorative drop handles. View VI
Archive VII A compact George I oak coffer featuring a hinged top, brass escutcheon, and two lower drawers with decorative drop handles. View VII
Archive VIII A compact George I oak coffer featuring a hinged top, brass escutcheon, and two lower drawers with decorative drop handles. View VIII
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DL8 3QW
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Verified Since Sep 2012
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A compact George I oak coffer featuring a hinged top, brass escutcheon, and two lower drawers with decorative drop handles.
George I Oak Box Coffer
Ref: SA1117949
A compact George I oak coffer featuring a hinged top, brass escutcheon, and two lower drawers with decorative drop handles.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectStorage Chests
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialOak, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsHinged lid, Brass drop handles, Central key escutcheon, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 38 cm (15 in) x W 51 cm (20 in) x D 48.5 cm (19 in)

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A George I oak coffer is a storage chest produced during the reign of King George I (17141727), typically characterised by sturdy construction, hand-cut dovetails, and simple panelled or carved decoration.

These pieces were primarily constructed from solid English oak, often incorporating secondary woods like pine or elm for internal linings, and finished with hand-forged iron or brass hardware.

Authenticity is identified through period-correct construction techniques such as pegged joints, hand-carved panels, natural timber oxidation, and period brass or iron handles and lock plates.

An antique oak coffer can be used as a functional coffee table in a living room, placed at the foot of a bed for extra storage, or styled in an entryway to anchor contemporary decor with historical texture.

Preserve the wood by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent splitting, and apply traditional beeswax periodically to nourish the grain and maintain a natural finish.
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