Early British oak salt box c.1700 with original iron hardware and traces of red paint
At a Glance Appeal, Desirability & Collectibility
Date/Era: Circa 1700 (17th/18th century)
Origin: Britain
Material: Oak
Style/Influence: Primitive vernacular
Dimensions: H: 47cm (18.5'') | W: 37.5cm (14.8'') | D: 22.5cm (8.9'')
Condition: Very good condition for age
Design Details:
Original wrought iron hardware
Sliding cover secured with hand-cut iron nail
Traces of original red paint
Deeply aged surface and patina
Decorative Appeal:
Sculptural, early and full of primitive charm
Collectibility: :
Rare survival of early domestic furniture with original paint traces
Heritage, History & Craftsmanship
A highly unusual and wonderfully authentic British oak salt box dating to around 1700, made firmly in the primitive vernacular tradition. Crafted from solid oak with a deeply aged surface, it retains
... its original wrought iron hardware - including the hand-cut nail securing the sliding cover.
Traces of original red paint remain across the surface, a rare and evocative survival that adds warmth, depth and a sense of lived history. Early domestic objects of this type are increasingly scarce, especially in such honest, well-preserved condition.
A superb piece of early British rural furniture: sculptural in form, tactile in surface and rich in character.
History
British vernacular domestic furniture, circa 1700.
Condition Report
In very good condition for a 17th/18th-century vernacular piece
Wear consistent with age and use
Original wrought iron hardware intact
Sliding cover functional
Traces of original red paint visible
Structurally sound and stable
Wear consistent with age and use
Displays beautifully
Why We Love It
Its rare to find such an early salt box with this level of integrity - original hardware, traces of early paint and that unmistakable primitive charm. Its both a functional object from the past and a sculptural decorative piece for today.
Styling Suggestions
Beautiful in a kitchen, pantry or scullery-inspired interior
Works well as a sculptural wall piece in a hallway or boot room
Pair with treen, early pottery or rustic shelving for a curated vignette
Adds warmth and authenticity to both period and contemporary spaces
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Internal Reference: BR082
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1223514
Dateline of this antique is 18th Century
Height is 47cm (18.5inches)Width is 38cm (15.0inches)Depth is 23cm (9.1inches)
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