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Antique Large 18th Century European Oak Coffer – Fine Quality
Prior and Willis
for sale €1,633     $1,773
£1,396

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Antique Large 18th Century European Oak Coffer – Fine Quality

18th century
For Sale by Prior and Willis
Description

Antique Large 18th Century European Oak Coffer / Mule Chest – Fine Quality

A brilliant, large 18th-century European oak coffer (mule chest) that displays lovely age, colour, and patina. With clean, timeless lines, and original hinges, lock, and internal candle box this piece exudes charm and character. Embodying both elegance and practicality, it is a rare decorative find that would make a striking and functional statement in the right setting.

Features & Craftsmanship

18th century

Solid oak construction

Structurally sound with no loose joints

Original hinges and lock

Internal candle box

Classic, clean-lined design

Condition

Good antique condition overall, showing expected signs of age, including historic marks, knocks, cracks, repairs, or alterations consistent with period furniture.

Some historic, extinct woodworm holes treated for good measure

Lock untested and key not supplied

Dimensions

Width: 130 cm

Height: 78 cm

Depth: 65 cm

Internal space: 117 cm W × 54 cm D × 56 cm H (including candle box)

Additional Information

Stock No.: 8937

30-day money-back guarantee

Competitive UK & international door-to-door shipping available

A substantial and characterful antique coffer that offers generous storage and timeless 18th-century charm.

Physical Dimensions
Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
130cm (51.18")
Depth
65cm (25.59")
Declaration

Prior and Willis has dated this 18th Century Oak Coffer to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1209796
Dealers Internal Reference
8937
Dealers Notes

****call +44 7866 705199, email mark@priorandwillis.co.uk, or visit our website priorandwillisantiques.co.uk****

Description
Antique Large 18th Century European Oak Coffer / Mule Chest – Fine Quality
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A brilliant, large 18th-century European oak coffer (mule chest) that displays lovely age, colour, and patina.
Prior and Willis

With clean, timeless lines, and original hinges, lock, and internal candle box this piece exudes charm and character. Embodying both elegance and practicality, it is a rare decorative find that would make a striking and functional statement in the right setting.

fig 1. An 18th-century dark oak coffer featuring carved foliage side stiles, a moulded top lid, and bun feet.
fig 1. Antique Large 18th Century European Oak Coffer – Fine Quality

Features & Craftsmanship

18th century

Solid oak construction

Structurally sound with no loose joints

Original hinges and lock

Internal candle box

Classic, clean-lined design

Condition

Good antique condition overall, showing expected signs of age, including historic marks, knocks, cracks, repairs, or alterations consistent with period furniture.

fig 2. An 18th-century dark oak coffer featuring carved foliage side stiles, a moulded top lid, and bun feet.
fig 2. Antique Large 18th Century European Oak Coffer – Fine Quality

Some historic, extinct woodworm holes treated for good measure

Lock untested and key not supplied

Dimensions

Width: 130 cm

Height: 78 cm

Depth: 65 cm

Internal space: 117 cm W × 54 cm D × 56 cm H (including candle box)

fig 3. An 18th-century dark oak coffer featuring carved foliage side stiles, a moulded top lid, and bun feet.
fig 3. Antique Large 18th Century European Oak Coffer – Fine Quality

Additional Information

Stock No.: 8937

30-day money-back guarantee

Competitive UK & international door-to-door shipping available

A substantial and characterful antique coffer that offers generous storage and timeless 18th-century charm.

Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
130cm (51.18")
Depth
65cm (25.59")
Date of Manufacture

Prior and Willis has dated this 18th Century Oak Coffer to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1209796
Dealers Internal Ref
8937
Prior and Willis
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2015
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Prior and Willis Profile Page

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Norfolk
United Kingdom
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An 18th-century dark oak coffer featuring carved foliage side stiles, a moulded top lid, and bun feet.
Antique Large 18th Century European Oak Coffer – Fine Quality
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FAQs

Coffers were among the primary forms of furniture in medieval and early modern Europe, serving as secure, portable storage for textiles, valuables, and household goods. Over time, they evolved from simple pegged boxes into elaborate carved structures displaying regional timber craftsmanship.

Eighteenth-century coffers were predominantly constructed from dense native hardwoods such as oak or walnut using hand-cut mortise and tenon joinery. Components typically include hand-planed panels, iron lock mechanisms, and carved decorative details on the front stiles or panels.

Authentic pieces display signs of hand-tooling, such as adze or pit-saw marks on unseen interior surfaces, original iron hinges or lock plates, and natural timber shrinkage across the grain. The patination and wear patterns around the base and lid handles should reflect genuine historical usage.

A large coffer functions effectively as a focal piece in a hallway, at the foot of a bed, or as a low-profile coffee table in a living room. The rich timber texture creates visual contrast when set against clean-lined contemporary upholstery or modern architectural finishes.

Maintain a stable indoor environment avoiding direct sunlight and proximity to strong heat sources to prevent wood movement or splitting. Periodic application of a high-grade beeswax polish maintains the natural patina while protecting the timber finish.
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