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Interesting Mid C18th Brass-bound Solid Cedar Trunk or Coffer.
For sale by M Lees and Sons
for sale €1,112     $1,207
£950
M Lees and Sons

M Lees and Sons

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    M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218
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    M Lees and Sons is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA
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Interesting Mid C18th Brass-bound Solid Cedar Trunk or Coffer.

18th century
For Sale by M Lees and Sons
Description

Interesting mid C18th brass-bound solid cedar trunk or coffer.

The rectangular chest fitted with decorative shaped brass strapping to all sides, the ends having substantial heavy-gauge brass carrying handles with shaped back-plates. The interior of the single-piece lid with decorative brass strap hinges . Having the apparently original brass lock with working steel key and fitted with a shaped cast brass escutcheon plate .

In excellent original condition, having achieved a consistent ‘honey-coloured’ patina to the figured cedar wood . Minor marks and general wear commensurate with age, use and purpose.

Probably Dutch colonial ,although the shape of the back-plates of the carrying handles and use of cedar possibly allude to being of English manufacture.

H 20”

W 43”

D 20”

Dutch colonial or English c.1750

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this Brass Bound Cedar Trunk to the 18th Century.

Independent Date Check ID 08999376
Dealer's Item Date18th Century
Sellingantiques Date18th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 225-290 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 18TH CENTURY:
Hand-cut dovetails at the corners: cabinet work done before machine cutting.
Internal brass strap hinges with shaped finials: early chest construction.
Cast brass side carrying handles: shaped backplate patterns of the mid-18th century.
Slotted screws securing the lock and hinges: handmade early metal fixings.

This is an independent date and photo anotation report compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
50cm (19.69")
Width
108cm (42.52")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1142768
Dealers Internal Reference
ML 225
Dealers Notes

Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .

Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .

Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .

All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees & Sons .

If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on the website Selling Antiques .co.uk showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:

www.leesantiquesworcester.com.

Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218

Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.

Description
Interesting mid C18th brass-bound solid cedar trunk or coffer.
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The rectangular chest fitted with decorative shaped brass strapping to all sides, the ends having substantial heavy-gauge brass carrying handles with shaped back-plates.
M Lees and Sons

The interior of the single-piece lid with decorative brass strap hinges . Having the apparently original brass lock with working steel key and fitted with a shaped cast brass escutcheon plate .

fig 1. A mid-eighteenth century solid cedar trunk featuring decorative brass corner brackets, brass straps, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon.
fig 1. Interesting Mid C18th Brass-bound Solid Cedar Trunk or Coffer.

In excellent original condition, having achieved a consistent ‘honey-coloured’ patina to the figured cedar wood . Minor marks and general wear commensurate with age, use and purpose.

Probably Dutch colonial ,although the shape of the back-plates of the carrying handles and use of cedar possibly allude to being of English manufacture.

H 20”

W 43”

D 20”

Dutch colonial or English c.1750

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this Brass Bound Cedar Trunk to the 18th Century.

Independent Date Report ID 08999376
Dealer's Item Date18th Century
Sellingantiques dating18th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 225-290 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 18th Century:
Hand-cut dovetails at the corners: cabinet work done before machine cutting.
Internal brass strap hinges with shaped finials: early chest construction.
Cast brass side carrying handles: shaped backplate patterns of the mid-18th century.
Slotted screws securing the lock and hinges: handmade early metal fixings.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
50cm (19.69")
Width
108cm (42.52")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1142768
Dealers Internal Ref
ML 225
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the M Lees and Sons Profile Page

Trade Associations

M Lees and Sons is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I A mid-eighteenth century solid cedar trunk featuring decorative brass corner brackets, brass straps, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon.

Interesting Mid C18th Brass-bound Solid Cedar Trunk or Coffer.

Archive II A mid-eighteenth century solid cedar trunk featuring decorative brass corner brackets, brass straps, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View II
Archive III A mid-eighteenth century solid cedar trunk featuring decorative brass corner brackets, brass straps, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for A mid-eighteenth century solid cedar trunk featuring decorative brass corner brackets, brass straps, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon.
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Archive VI A mid-eighteenth century solid cedar trunk featuring decorative brass corner brackets, brass straps, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View VI
Archive VII A mid-eighteenth century solid cedar trunk featuring decorative brass corner brackets, brass straps, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View VII
Archive VIII A mid-eighteenth century solid cedar trunk featuring decorative brass corner brackets, brass straps, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View VIII
Archive IX A mid-eighteenth century solid cedar trunk featuring decorative brass corner brackets, brass straps, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View IX
Archive X A mid-eighteenth century solid cedar trunk featuring decorative brass corner brackets, brass straps, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View X
Archive XI A mid-eighteenth century solid cedar trunk featuring decorative brass corner brackets, brass straps, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View XI
Archive XII A mid-eighteenth century solid cedar trunk featuring decorative brass corner brackets, brass straps, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View XII
Archive XIII A mid-eighteenth century solid cedar trunk featuring decorative brass corner brackets, brass straps, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View XIII
Archive XIV A mid-eighteenth century solid cedar trunk featuring decorative brass corner brackets, brass straps, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View XIV
Archive XV A mid-eighteenth century solid cedar trunk featuring decorative brass corner brackets, brass straps, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View XV
Archive XVI A mid-eighteenth century solid cedar trunk featuring decorative brass corner brackets, brass straps, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View XVI
Archive XVII A mid-eighteenth century solid cedar trunk featuring decorative brass corner brackets, brass straps, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View XVII
Archive XVIII A mid-eighteenth century solid cedar trunk featuring decorative brass corner brackets, brass straps, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View XVIII
Archive XIX A mid-eighteenth century solid cedar trunk featuring decorative brass corner brackets, brass straps, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View XIX
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M Lees and Sons

M Lees and Sons
Telephone 07860 826218 or 01905 26620
Location
Tower House
1 Castle Place
Severn St
Worcester
WR1 2NB
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mleesandsons
Verified Since Feb 2013
Items For Sale 370
Items Sold 1,600
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Verified Since Feb 2013
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Location: Tower House, 1 Castle Place, Severn St, Worcester, WR1 2NB, United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/mleesandsons
Verified
Feb 2013
For Sale
370
Sold
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A mid-eighteenth century solid cedar trunk featuring decorative brass corner brackets, brass straps, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon.
Interesting mid C18th brass-bound solid cedar trunk or coffer.
Ref: SA1142768
A mid-eighteenth century solid cedar trunk featuring decorative brass corner brackets, brass straps, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTrunks & Coffers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialCedar, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBrass corner brackets, Strapwork mounts, Escutcheon plate, Hinged lid
  • SizeH 50 cm (20 in) x W 108 cm (43 in) x D 50 cm (20 in)

This mid-eighteenth century Georgian trunk or coffer is fashioned from solid cedar with a warm brown, honey-coloured patina. The rectangular chest has a hinged lid and incorporates decorative shaped brass corner brackets, brass strapwork mounts, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon plate. Minor marks and general wear are present across the timber surface. Measuring 50 cm high, 108 cm wide, and 50 cm deep, the piece provides a practical storage solution. Suitable for placement in a living room, hallway, or bedroom, the coffer functions well at the foot of a bed or beneath a window as a blanket box or general storage chest. The traditional design integrates easily into period or country house interiors, offering surface display space as well as internal storage capacity.

FAQs

A brass-bound cedar coffer is a wooden storage chest constructed from cedar timber and reinforced with brass straps or corner brackets, historically favoured in the eighteenth century for protecting textiles against insects.

Cedar wood contains natural aromatic oils that repel moths and other pests, making it an ideal choice for storing clothing, linens, and household textiles.

Authentic eighteenth-century trunks feature hand-hammered brass fittings, hand-cut dovetail joints, original iron or brass locks, and evidence of historical hand-planing on the timber surfaces.

An antique cedar coffer serves as a functional centrepiece when placed at the foot of a bed, used as a coffee table in a living room, or positioned in an entryway for hidden storage.

Preserve the timber by applying a high-quality beeswax polish along the wood grain and gently buffing the brass mounts with a dry cloth to retain the natural patina without stripping historical oxidisation.
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