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16th Century Carved Mythical Oak Coffer Venus and Dido 1515
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16th Century Carved Mythical Oak Coffer Venus and Dido 1515

16th century
Sold 24 May 2026 · Karen Tarleton
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A most extraordinary Carved Oak Coffer with the most amazing carving of the Triumph of Venus and Dido dated 1515 terminating on either side with torches.

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Karen Tarleton

Halifax

Sort Code 110079

Acc No 00320944

Date of Manufacture

Karen Tarleton has dated this Carved Oak Coffer to the 16th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
70cm (27.56")
Width
127cm (50.00")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
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SA1213356
Description
A most extraordinary Carved Oak Coffer with the most amazing carving of the Triumph of Venus and Dido dated 1515 terminating on either side with torches.

Payable to

Karen Tarleton

Halifax

Sort Code 110079

Acc No 00320944

Date of Manufacture

Karen Tarleton has dated this Carved Oak Coffer to the 16th Century.

Height
70cm (27.56")
Width
127cm (50.00")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Reference Numbers
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SA1213356
Karen Tarleton
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2011
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An antique dark oak coffer featuring detailed hand-carved mythological relief panels and an inscription across the frieze. SOLD24 MAY 26
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Archive I An antique dark oak coffer featuring detailed hand-carved mythological relief panels and an inscription across the frieze. SOLD24 MAY 26

16th Century Carved Mythical Oak Coffer Venus and Dido 1515

Archive II An antique dark oak coffer featuring detailed hand-carved mythological relief panels and an inscription across the frieze. View II
Archive III An antique dark oak coffer featuring detailed hand-carved mythological relief panels and an inscription across the frieze. View III
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Karen Tarleton
Telephone 07866 475069
Location
Misterton
Somerset
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/sandc
Verified Since Mar 2011
Items For Sale 97
Items Sold 1,584
Karen Tarleton
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Location: Misterton, Somerset, United Kingdom
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An antique dark oak coffer featuring detailed hand-carved mythological relief panels and an inscription across the frieze.
16th Century Carved Mythical oak Coffer Venus and Dido 1515
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An antique dark oak coffer featuring detailed hand-carved mythological relief panels and an inscription across the frieze.
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  • ObjectStorage Chests
  • Period16th century
  • StyleRenaissance
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsMythological relief carving, Inscribed frieze, Moulded frame and panel
  • SizeH 70 cm (28 in) x W 127 cm (50 in) x D 51 cm (20 in)

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Preservation involves maintaining stable ambient humidity and temperature levels, avoiding direct sunlight, and occasionally applying microcrystalline wax to nourish the historic timber surface without altering the patina.

An antique coffer can function as a striking focal point in a hallway or living room, serving simultaneously as functional storage and a sculptural statement piece that contrasts with minimalist modern furnishings.

Authenticity is assessed through examination of tool marks, timber oxidation, hand-cut joinery, shrinkage patterns, and consistency of the wood grain and wear consistent with centuries of age.

These pieces were constructed predominantly from native hardwoods like English or European oak, utilizing heavy frame-and-panel joinery, hand-carved relief panels, and pegged joints without the use of modern metal fasteners.

Coffers from the sixteenth century were primarily used for storing valuable textiles, documents, and domestic goods, often featuring intricate relief carvings depicting mythological or biblical scenes reflecting the cultural shifts of the Renaissance.
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