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Antique Carved Coffer, English, Oak, Linen Chest, Window Seat, William Iii, 1700
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Antique Carved Coffer, English, Oak, Linen Chest, Window Seat, William Iii, 1700

18th century
Description

This is an antique carved coffer. An English, oak linen chest or window seat, dating to the William III period, circa 1700.

Superb William III example with great colour and beautifully carved appearance

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout

Select antique oak presents fine grain interest and wisps of medullary rays

Pleasingly finished in gorgeous, rich caramel hues

Stout three-panel lid opening upon fascinating pin hinges

Generous interior ideal for storage throughout the home

Top secured by an inset working lock — key present

Carved demi-lune fan motif accentuates the upper fascia

Striking monogram diamond lozenges accentuate the pair of field panels

A & S monogram alludes to a possible marriage-related scenario

Standing prominently upon bracket feet at each corner

This is a delightful antique carved coffer, with a distinctive carved appearance. Well suited for storage or as a fascinating window seat. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 102cm (40.25'')

Max Depth: 51cm (20'')

Max Height: 59cm (23.25'')

Internal Width: 102cm (40.25'')

Internal Depth: 41.5cm (16.25'')

Internal Height: 44cm (17.25'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
59cm (23.23")
Width
102cm (40.16")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Carved Oak Coffer to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1124465
Dealers Internal Reference
25080
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Description
This is an antique carved coffer. An English, oak linen chest or window seat, dating to the William III period, circa 1700.

Superb William III example with great colour and beautifully carved appearance

fig 1. A dark oak carved coffer featuring a three-panel hinged lid and a front facade decorated with arcaded frieze carvings and lozenge-carved panels.
fig 1. Antique Carved Coffer, English, Oak, Linen Chest, Window Seat, William Iii, 1700

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout

Select antique oak presents fine grain interest and wisps of medullary rays

Pleasingly finished in gorgeous, rich caramel hues

Stout three-panel lid opening upon fascinating pin hinges

fig 2. A dark oak carved coffer featuring a three-panel hinged lid and a front facade decorated with arcaded frieze carvings and lozenge-carved panels.
fig 2. Antique Carved Coffer, English, Oak, Linen Chest, Window Seat, William Iii, 1700

Generous interior ideal for storage throughout the home

Top secured by an inset working lock — key present

Carved demi-lune fan motif accentuates the upper fascia

Striking monogram diamond lozenges accentuate the pair of field panels

fig 3. A dark oak carved coffer featuring a three-panel hinged lid and a front facade decorated with arcaded frieze carvings and lozenge-carved panels.
fig 3. Antique Carved Coffer, English, Oak, Linen Chest, Window Seat, William Iii, 1700

A & S monogram alludes to a possible marriage-related scenario

Standing prominently upon bracket feet at each corner

This is a delightful antique carved coffer, with a distinctive carved appearance. Well suited for storage or as a fascinating window seat. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 102cm (40.25'')

Max Depth: 51cm (20'')

Max Height: 59cm (23.25'')

Internal Width: 102cm (40.25'')

Internal Depth: 41.5cm (16.25'')

Internal Height: 44cm (17.25'')

Height
59cm (23.23")
Width
102cm (40.16")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Carved Oak Coffer to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1124465
Dealers Internal Ref
25080
London Fine Antiques
London Fine Antiques
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Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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Archive I A dark oak carved coffer featuring a three-panel hinged lid and a front facade decorated with arcaded frieze carvings and lozenge-carved panels.

Antique Carved Coffer, English, Oak, Linen Chest, Window Seat, William Iii, 1700

Archive II A dark oak carved coffer featuring a three-panel hinged lid and a front facade decorated with arcaded frieze carvings and lozenge-carved panels. View II
Archive III A dark oak carved coffer featuring a three-panel hinged lid and a front facade decorated with arcaded frieze carvings and lozenge-carved panels. View III
Archive IV A dark oak carved coffer featuring a three-panel hinged lid and a front facade decorated with arcaded frieze carvings and lozenge-carved panels. View IV
Archive V A dark oak carved coffer featuring a three-panel hinged lid and a front facade decorated with arcaded frieze carvings and lozenge-carved panels. View V
Archive VI A dark oak carved coffer featuring a three-panel hinged lid and a front facade decorated with arcaded frieze carvings and lozenge-carved panels. View VI
Archive VII A dark oak carved coffer featuring a three-panel hinged lid and a front facade decorated with arcaded frieze carvings and lozenge-carved panels. View VII
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Archive IX A dark oak carved coffer featuring a three-panel hinged lid and a front facade decorated with arcaded frieze carvings and lozenge-carved panels. View IX
Archive X A dark oak carved coffer featuring a three-panel hinged lid and a front facade decorated with arcaded frieze carvings and lozenge-carved panels. View X
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A dark oak carved coffer featuring a three-panel hinged lid and a front facade decorated with arcaded frieze carvings and lozenge-carved panels.
Antique Carved Coffer, English, Oak, Linen Chest, Window Seat, William III, 1700
Ref: SA1124465
A dark oak carved coffer featuring a three-panel hinged lid and a front facade decorated with arcaded frieze carvings and lozenge-carved panels.
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An antique oak coffer is a heavy wooden storage chest featuring a hinged lid, traditionally constructed using joined timber panels during the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries across Western Europe.

Period coffers were primarily crafted from solid native timbers such as oak, constructed using hand-cut mortise and tenon joints held together with wooden pegs, often featuring carved panels and wrought iron fittings.

Authentic period coffers exhibit hand-planed interior surfaces, irregular wooden peg joinery, historic iron hinges or staple hinges, deep natural patination, and hand-carved decorative motifs indicative of regional craftsmanship.

An antique oak coffer functions effectively as a focal piece placed at the foot of a bed, beneath a window, or along an entryway hallway, serving dual roles as decorative architectural storage and occasional seating.

Maintain the timber by dusting regularly with a dry cloth and applying a clear bees-wax polish once or twice annually, keeping the piece away from direct heat sources to prevent shrinkage or splitting.
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