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Antique Continental Painted Folk Art Marriage Coffer Dated 1671
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Antique Continental Painted Folk Art Marriage Coffer Dated 1671

17th century
Sold 30 August 2025 · Hand of Glory
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An Antique Continental painted folk art marriage coffer, probably Belgian or Flemish, dated 1678, the front with two arcaded panels with a central tree design amidst scrolling foliage within moulded borders, the sides with painted cartouches, one with the inscription 'ESTER FILLE D. DAVID VERGNIE', the opposing side with the inscrition 'LE 29 MARS 1678 AR', both sides with decoratively engraved iron drop handles, the interior with candle box, original strap hinges and ratchet lock, raised on low bracket feet,

The paintwork appears to be original and in good conditiion overall, the hinges and lock are original. The lock catch on the lid has been moved so the lock doesn't currenty operate - this is likely due to it being a ratchet lock which can be a little difficult to operate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
50cm (19.69")
Width
120cm (47.24")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Declaration

Hand of Glory has dated this Painted Folk Art Marriage Coffer to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1161624
Dealers Internal Reference
SKU00000932
Description
An Antique Continental painted folk art marriage coffer, probably Belgian or Flemish, dated 1678, the front with two arcaded panels with a central tree design amidst scrolling foliage within moulded borders, the sides with painted cartouches, one with the inscription 'ESTER FILLE D. DAVID VERGNIE', the opposing side with the inscrition 'LE 29 MARS 1678 AR', both sides with decoratively engraved iron drop handles, the interior with candle box, original strap hinges and ratchet lock, raised on low bracket feet,
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The paintwork appears to be original and in good conditiion overall, the hinges and lock are original.
Hand of Glory

The lock catch on the lid has been moved so the lock doesn't currenty operate - this is likely due to it being a ratchet lock which can be a little difficult to operate.

Height
50cm (19.69")
Width
120cm (47.24")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Date of Manufacture

Hand of Glory has dated this Painted Folk Art Marriage Coffer to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1161624
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00000932
Hand of Glory
Hand of Glory
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2012

Decorative antiques & interiors

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Archive I An antique rectangular wooden marriage coffer featuring intricate hand-painted folk art designs in red, black, and cream, set against a wooden floor. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Continental Painted Folk Art Marriage Coffer Dated 1671

Archive II An antique rectangular wooden marriage coffer featuring intricate hand-painted folk art designs in red, black, and cream, set against a wooden floor. View II
Archive III An antique rectangular wooden marriage coffer featuring intricate hand-painted folk art designs in red, black, and cream, set against a wooden floor. View III
Archive IV An antique rectangular wooden marriage coffer featuring intricate hand-painted folk art designs in red, black, and cream, set against a wooden floor. View IV
Archive V An antique rectangular wooden marriage coffer featuring intricate hand-painted folk art designs in red, black, and cream, set against a wooden floor. View V
Archive VI An antique rectangular wooden marriage coffer featuring intricate hand-painted folk art designs in red, black, and cream, set against a wooden floor. View VI
Archive VII An antique rectangular wooden marriage coffer featuring intricate hand-painted folk art designs in red, black, and cream, set against a wooden floor. View VII
Archive VIII An antique rectangular wooden marriage coffer featuring intricate hand-painted folk art designs in red, black, and cream, set against a wooden floor. View VIII
Archive IX An antique rectangular wooden marriage coffer featuring intricate hand-painted folk art designs in red, black, and cream, set against a wooden floor. View IX
Archive X An antique rectangular wooden marriage coffer featuring intricate hand-painted folk art designs in red, black, and cream, set against a wooden floor. View X
Archive XI An antique rectangular wooden marriage coffer featuring intricate hand-painted folk art designs in red, black, and cream, set against a wooden floor. View XI
Archive XII An antique rectangular wooden marriage coffer featuring intricate hand-painted folk art designs in red, black, and cream, set against a wooden floor. View XII
Archive XIII An antique rectangular wooden marriage coffer featuring intricate hand-painted folk art designs in red, black, and cream, set against a wooden floor. View XIII
Archive XIV An antique rectangular wooden marriage coffer featuring intricate hand-painted folk art designs in red, black, and cream, set against a wooden floor. View XIV
Archive XV An antique rectangular wooden marriage coffer featuring intricate hand-painted folk art designs in red, black, and cream, set against a wooden floor. View XV
Archive XVI An antique rectangular wooden marriage coffer featuring intricate hand-painted folk art designs in red, black, and cream, set against a wooden floor. View XVI
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Wiltshire
SN15 3HP
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Jul 2012
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Location: Hand of Glory Antiques, 34 Market Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HP, United Kingdom
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An antique rectangular wooden marriage coffer featuring intricate hand-painted folk art designs in red, black, and cream, set against a wooden floor.
Antique Continental Painted Folk Art Marriage Coffer dated 1671
Ref: SA1161624
An antique rectangular wooden marriage coffer featuring intricate hand-painted folk art designs in red, black, and cream, set against a wooden floor.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChests and Coffers
  • Period17th century
  • StyleFolk Art
  • MaterialPine, Oak, Iron
  • ColourRed
  • MotifsHand-painted arch architectural motifs, Floral scrollwork, Wrought iron side handles, Dated inscriptions
  • SizeH 50 cm (20 in) x W 120 cm (47 in) x D 53 cm (21 in)

FAQs

Marriage coffers, often referred to as dowry chests, were traditional pieces of furniture given to a bride upon marriage to store her linens, textiles, and valuables, frequently commissioned specifically for the occasion with personalised motifs.

These pieces were typically constructed from native hardwoods such as oak, pine, or fruitwood, employing traditional joinery methods like dovetail or mortise and tenon joints, often finished with hand-mixed pigments and iron hardware.

Authenticity is determined by examining the patination of the wood, tool marks left by hand-working, hand- forged iron hinges and locks, and the ageing characteristics of the original paint layers.

Such pieces function effectively as focal points in living spaces or hallways, offering practical storage while introducing historical character and texture into contemporary minimalist or eclectic schemes.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity and temperature levels, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent paint fading, and cleaning only with a dry or very slightly damp lint-free cloth without chemical polishes.
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