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Small Vernacular Elm and Pine Coffer, C.1800
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Small Vernacular Elm and Pine Coffer, C.1800

19th century
Sold 20 March 2025 · Harrington Antiques
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Description

A charming early 19th century vernacular elm and pine coffer / chest of small proportions.

The iron-hinged elm lid sits above a pine body terminating in arched legs.

Lots of knock and bumps throughout and signs of historic woodworm (fully treated in abundance of caution). Later lock plate. The elm lid has a warp which means it is lifted slightly to one side when closed.

A delightful little piece that is full of character.

Dimensions:-

Width: 54cm

Height: 46cm

Depth: 32cm

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Date of Manufacture

Harrington Antiques has dated this Antique Elm Coffer to the 1800s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
54cm (21.26")
Depth
32cm (12.60")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1127842
Dealers Internal Reference
7753
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Description
A charming early 19th century vernacular elm and pine coffer / chest of small proportions.

The iron-hinged elm lid sits above a pine body terminating in arched legs.

“
Lots of knock and bumps throughout and signs of historic woodworm (fully treated in abundance of caution).
Harrington Antiques

Later lock plate. The elm lid has a warp which means it is lifted slightly to one side when closed.

A delightful little piece that is full of character.

Dimensions:-

Width: 54cm

Height: 46cm

Depth: 32cm

DELIVERY

UK Mainland: FREE

International Delivery: Please contact us for a shipping quote. 

Date of Manufacture

Harrington Antiques has dated this Antique Elm Coffer to the 1800s.

Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
54cm (21.26")
Depth
32cm (12.60")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1127842
Dealers Internal Ref
7753
Harrington Antiques
Harrington Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2021

Antiques & decorative interior pieces.

Dealer Profile

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

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A small antique wooden coffer made of elm and pine features a hinged lid, a metal lock plate, and cutout bracket feet.
Small Vernacular Elm and Pine Coffer, c.1800
Ref: SA1127842
A small antique wooden coffer made of elm and pine features a hinged lid, a metal lock plate, and cutout bracket feet.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectStorage Chests and Coffers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVernacular Country
  • MaterialElm, Pine, Iron
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsHinged lid, Iron lock plate, Cutout bracket feet, Hand-planed timber
  • SizeH 46 cm (18 in) x W 54 cm (21 in) x D 32 cm (13 in)

FAQs

A vernacular coffer is a locally made, utilitarian storage chest constructed by regional carpenters using accessible, native timber rather than following strict classical architectural patterns.

These chests were typically built from native hardwoods and softwoods such as elm, oak, and pine, joined using traditional hand-cut joints, iron nails, and occasionally pegged construction.

Authenticity is assessed through the presence of hand-sawn timber marks, period-appropriate ironwork or lock plates, hand-planed surfaces, and natural patination accumulated over centuries of use.

An antique coffer serves as functional accent furniture and can be placed at the foot of a bed, used as a coffee table substitute, or positioned in an entryway to provide concealed storage while adding historic texture to modern spaces.

Preservation involves maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent timber warping or fading, and occasionally applying microcrystalline wax to nourish and protect the aged surface.
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