Search 0
7,198  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 73 ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAYNEW ARRIVALS
Sorted by
Per page
DEALER LOGIN
Selling Antiques Logo
0
Saved
73 ITEMS ADDED TODAY
Home
Return
Dealer Login
500+ Shops
Dealers
Newly Added
0
Saved
Sort Order
Items Per Page
sellingantiques.co.uk
Browse Categories
Sort order
Relevant Links
Items per page
ID #SA1225219
FOR SALE
£2,650
Email Buy
Save
Antique Coffer, English, Oak, Linen Chest, Bay Window Seat, Early Georgian, 1720
London Fine Antiques
for sale €3,101     $3,366
£2,650
London Fine Antiques

London Fine Antiques

Sellingantiques Verified Since Oct 2010
View Dealers Stock Page
  • About Us
    Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide
Relevant Links
Id #SA1225219
PDF SHARE
SAVE

Antique Coffer, English, Oak, Linen Chest, Bay Window Seat, Early Georgian, 1720

18th century
Description

This is an antique coffer. An English, carved oak three panel linen chest or bay window seat, dating to the early Georgian period, circa 1720.

Fascinating early Georgian coffer with great proportion and finish

Displays a desirable aged patina, in good original order throughout

Select oaks stocks present fine grain interest and warm caramel hues

Ideal for use within a bay window as a distinctive seat base

Wide top opens upon the original pin hinges with a support rest to the reverse

Generous internal storage useful for blankets, cushions or other storage

Fascia arranged as a trio of field panels, framed with relief carved patterns

Replete with cast iron lock escutcheon — untested, key absent

The whole raised upon a quartet of robust, square section legs

This is a delightful antique coffer, being a charming early Georgian example with fine craftsmanship and light ageing from gentle use. As useful today as it was 300 years ago. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 133cm (52.25'')

Max Depth: 57cm (22.5'')

Max Height: 78cm (30.75'')

Internal Width: 115.5cm (45.5'')

Internal Depth: 48.5cm (19'')

Internal Height: 49.5cm (19.5'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
133cm (52.36")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Linen Chest to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1225219
Dealers Internal Reference
26149
Dealers Notes

What our clients have to say: https://www.londonfine.co.uk/pages/reviews

Description
This is an antique coffer.
“
An English, carved oak three panel linen chest or bay window seat, dating to the early Georgian period, circa 1720.
London Fine Antiques

Fascinating early Georgian coffer with great proportion and finish

fig 1. A carved dark oak coffer with three front panels, carved decorative borders, and a central iron lock plate.
fig 1. Antique Coffer, English, Oak, Linen Chest, Bay Window Seat, Early Georgian, 1720

Displays a desirable aged patina, in good original order throughout

Select oaks stocks present fine grain interest and warm caramel hues

Ideal for use within a bay window as a distinctive seat base

Wide top opens upon the original pin hinges with a support rest to the reverse

fig 2. A carved dark oak coffer with three front panels, carved decorative borders, and a central iron lock plate.
fig 2. Antique Coffer, English, Oak, Linen Chest, Bay Window Seat, Early Georgian, 1720

Generous internal storage useful for blankets, cushions or other storage

Fascia arranged as a trio of field panels, framed with relief carved patterns

Replete with cast iron lock escutcheon — untested, key absent

fig 3. A carved dark oak coffer with three front panels, carved decorative borders, and a central iron lock plate.
fig 3. Antique Coffer, English, Oak, Linen Chest, Bay Window Seat, Early Georgian, 1720

The whole raised upon a quartet of robust, square section legs

This is a delightful antique coffer, being a charming early Georgian example with fine craftsmanship and light ageing from gentle use. As useful today as it was 300 years ago. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 133cm (52.25'')

Max Depth: 57cm (22.5'')

Max Height: 78cm (30.75'')

Internal Width: 115.5cm (45.5'')

Internal Depth: 48.5cm (19'')

Internal Height: 49.5cm (19.5'')

Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
133cm (52.36")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Linen Chest to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1225219
Dealers Internal Ref
26149
London Fine Antiques
London Fine Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2010

Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the London Fine Antiques Profile Page

PDF SHARE
SAVE
A carved dark oak coffer with three front panels, carved decorative borders, and a central iron lock plate.
1 / 12
Archive I A carved dark oak coffer with three front panels, carved decorative borders, and a central iron lock plate.

Antique Coffer, English, Oak, Linen Chest, Bay Window Seat, Early Georgian, 1720

Archive II A carved dark oak coffer with three front panels, carved decorative borders, and a central iron lock plate. View II
Archive III A carved dark oak coffer with three front panels, carved decorative borders, and a central iron lock plate. View III
Archive IV A carved dark oak coffer with three front panels, carved decorative borders, and a central iron lock plate. View IV
Archive V A carved dark oak coffer with three front panels, carved decorative borders, and a central iron lock plate. View V
Archive VI A carved dark oak coffer with three front panels, carved decorative borders, and a central iron lock plate. View VI
Archive VII A carved dark oak coffer with three front panels, carved decorative borders, and a central iron lock plate. View VII
Archive VIII A carved dark oak coffer with three front panels, carved decorative borders, and a central iron lock plate. View VIII
Archive IX A carved dark oak coffer with three front panels, carved decorative borders, and a central iron lock plate. View IX
Archive X A carved dark oak coffer with three front panels, carved decorative borders, and a central iron lock plate. View X
Archive XI A carved dark oak coffer with three front panels, carved decorative borders, and a central iron lock plate. View XI
Archive XII A carved dark oak coffer with three front panels, carved decorative borders, and a central iron lock plate. View XII
Enlarged Archival View
London Fine Antiques

London Fine Antiques
Telephone 0207 1833511
Location
The Antique Village
Hele
Exeter
Devon
EX5 4PW
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/londonfineantiques
Verified Since Oct 2010
Items For Sale 949
Items Sold 5,617
London Fine Antiques
London Fine Antiques
Verified Since Oct 2010
View Dealer Info
Location: The Antique Village, Hele, Exeter, Devon , EX5 4PW, United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/londonfineantiques
Verified
Oct 2010
For Sale
949
Sold
5,617
A carved dark oak coffer with three front panels, carved decorative borders, and a central iron lock plate.
Antique Coffer, English, Oak, Linen Chest, Bay Window Seat, Early Georgian, 1720
Ref: SA1225219
A carved dark oak coffer with three front panels, carved decorative borders, and a central iron lock plate.
Detail View 1
Detail View 2
Detail View 3
Detail View 4
Detail View 5
Detail View 6
Detail View 7
Detail View 8
Detail View 9
Detail View 10
Detail View 11
Archival Detail

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.

Secure Transit

Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.

The Sustainable Choice

Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

FAQs

An oak coffer is a traditional wooden storage chest, historically used in British homes from the medieval period through the eighteenth century to store household linens, clothing, and valuables.

Early Georgian coffers were constructed using solid oak featuring peg-joined mortise and tenon joinery, inset raised or flat panels, hand-carved decorative top rails, and iron lock plates.

Authentic eighteenth-century coffers feature hand-hewn oak, original iron hardware or escutcheon plates, wooden dowel joinery, and natural wear or patination consistent with centuries of use.

A carved oak coffer can be positioned in an entryway, placed at the foot of a bed for storage, or utilised as a rustic accent piece in a living area.

Dust the wood regularly with a soft cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year, avoiding modern aerosol sprays and direct heat sources.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Movements
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Freshness
Online Payments
Categories