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Early 16th Century Carved Walnut Coffer of Small Proportions
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Early 16th Century Carved Walnut Coffer of Small Proportions

16th century
Sold 26 November 2025 · School House Antiques
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An early 16th-century Flemish walnut coffer from the Renaissance period showcases a rich color and a well-preserved, original, untouched patina. The exterior is reinforced with its original decorative iron strapwork, secured with handmade nails. The front is hand-carved, depicting two mythical beasts facing each other with ropes in their mouths, holding the top down, which adds a unique aesthetic appeal. The lid, attached with original iron pin hinges on each side, lifts to reveal the untouched interior. The coffer is raised on its shaped base. It features an iron lock plate with a hasp. This rare item, having survived five centuries with minimal repairs, retains its original patina and character.

Dimensions: 94 cm W x 34.5 cm D x 44 cm H

Physical Dimensions
Height
44cm (17.32")
Width
94cm (37.01")
Depth
34.5cm (13.58")
Declaration

School House Antiques has dated this Carved Walnut Coffer to the 16th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1164874
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Description
An early 16th-century Flemish walnut coffer from the Renaissance period showcases a rich color and a well-preserved, original, untouched patina. The exterior is reinforced with its original decorative iron strapwork, secured with handmade nails.
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The front is hand-carved, depicting two mythical beasts facing each other with ropes in their mouths, holding the top down, which adds a unique aesthetic appeal.
School House Antiques

The lid, attached with original iron pin hinges on each side, lifts to reveal the untouched interior. The coffer is raised on its shaped base. It features an iron lock plate with a hasp. This rare item, having survived five centuries with minimal repairs, retains its original patina and character.

Dimensions: 94 cm W x 34.5 cm D x 44 cm H

Height
44cm (17.32")
Width
94cm (37.01")
Depth
34.5cm (13.58")
Date of Manufacture

School House Antiques has dated this Carved Walnut Coffer to the 16th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1164874
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Archive I An early sixteenth-century carved walnut coffer featuring figural relief panels, wrought iron strap hinges, and a shaped apron base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Early 16th Century Carved Walnut Coffer of Small Proportions

Archive II An early sixteenth-century carved walnut coffer featuring figural relief panels, wrought iron strap hinges, and a shaped apron base. View II
Archive III An early sixteenth-century carved walnut coffer featuring figural relief panels, wrought iron strap hinges, and a shaped apron base. View III
Archive IV An early sixteenth-century carved walnut coffer featuring figural relief panels, wrought iron strap hinges, and a shaped apron base. View IV
Archive V An early sixteenth-century carved walnut coffer featuring figural relief panels, wrought iron strap hinges, and a shaped apron base. View V
Archive VI An early sixteenth-century carved walnut coffer featuring figural relief panels, wrought iron strap hinges, and a shaped apron base. View VI
Archive VII An early sixteenth-century carved walnut coffer featuring figural relief panels, wrought iron strap hinges, and a shaped apron base. View VII
Archive VIII An early sixteenth-century carved walnut coffer featuring figural relief panels, wrought iron strap hinges, and a shaped apron base. View VIII
Archive IX An early sixteenth-century carved walnut coffer featuring figural relief panels, wrought iron strap hinges, and a shaped apron base. View IX
Archive X An early sixteenth-century carved walnut coffer featuring figural relief panels, wrought iron strap hinges, and a shaped apron base. View X
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An early sixteenth-century carved walnut coffer featuring figural relief panels, wrought iron strap hinges, and a shaped apron base.
Early 16th Century Carved Walnut Coffer of Small Proportions
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An early sixteenth-century carved walnut coffer featuring figural relief panels, wrought iron strap hinges, and a shaped apron base.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectChests and Trunks
  • Period16th century
  • StyleRenaissance
  • MaterialWalnut, Iron
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsFigural relief carving, Wrought iron strapwork, Scythe-shaped apron base
  • SizeH 44 cm (17 in) x W 94 cm (37 in) x D 34.5 cm (14 in)

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A coffer is a heavy, rectangular wooden chest traditionally used for storing valuables, documents, or textiles before the widespread use of wardrobes and drawers. During the sixteenth century, these pieces became increasingly ornate, featuring regional carving styles and robust joinery that reflected the wealth and status of the household.

Early coffers were primarily constructed from native hardwoods such as oak, walnut, or chestnut, utilising frame-and-panel construction to accommodate the natural expansion and contraction of timber. Joinery typically involved pegged mortise and tenon joints, complemented by hand-wrought iron hinges, straps, and complex lock plates.

Authentication relies on examining tool marks, timber shrinkage, and hand-forged ironwork consistent with early manufacturing techniques. Genuine period pieces exhibit natural oxidisation, hand-cut joinery without modern fasteners, and wear patterns appropriate for centuries of domestic use.

An antique coffer functions effectively as a coffee table in a living room, a blanket box at the foot of a bed, or a statement storage piece in an entryway. Its rich texture and dark wood tones contrast well against neutral modern walls and minimalist furnishings.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels and avoiding direct sunlight or placement near heat sources, which can cause the timber to split. Regular dusting with a dry, soft cloth and occasional application of appropriate microcrystalline wax helps protect the historic finish.
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