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18th Century Oak Strong Box
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18th Century Oak Strong Box

18th century
Description

A good example of an antique oak strong box with its original triple lock. It is embellished with stud work detail and dated 1754. It has iron carrying handles and the lid opens on blacksmith made strap hinges. It has its original handmade lock with triple key holes and escutcheons and it comes with one of its original working keys. It is a very heavy duty piece with a good weight and well made with handmade dovetail joints.

It is in very good condition for its age. It is strong and sturdy and generally clean and tidy inside. There are signs of use and age, some general knocks and marks and a few small chips and splits but nothing untoward. There have been some repairs over the years but nothing detrimental. It has been cleaned and gently polished and is ready for use.

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £25

Physical Dimensions
Height
24cm (9.45")
Width
55cm (21.65")
Depth
28cm (11.02")
Declaration

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Antique Oak Strong Box to the 18th Century.

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SA1225320
Description
A good example of an antique oak strong box with its original triple lock. It is embellished with stud work detail and dated 1754. It has iron carrying handles and the lid opens on blacksmith made strap hinges.
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It has its original handmade lock with triple key holes and escutcheons and it comes with one of its original working keys.
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors

It is a very heavy duty piece with a good weight and well made with handmade dovetail joints.

fig 1. An 18th-century dark oak strong box featuring nail-head studs forming the date 1754 on the lid and three keyholes along the front fascia.
fig 1. 18th Century Oak Strong Box

It is in very good condition for its age. It is strong and sturdy and generally clean and tidy inside. There are signs of use and age, some general knocks and marks and a few small chips and splits but nothing untoward. There have been some repairs over the years but nothing detrimental. It has been cleaned and gently polished and is ready for use.

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £25

Height
24cm (9.45")
Width
55cm (21.65")
Depth
28cm (11.02")
Date of Manufacture

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Antique Oak Strong Box to the 18th Century.

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SA1225320
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
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Selling good quality victorian, georgian and earlier furniture, accessories & decorative items. Ashburton, devon. LAPADA member

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In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I An 18th-century dark oak strong box featuring nail-head studs forming the date 1754 on the lid and three keyholes along the front fascia. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

18th Century Oak Strong Box

Archive II An 18th-century dark oak strong box featuring nail-head studs forming the date 1754 on the lid and three keyholes along the front fascia. View II
Archive III An 18th-century dark oak strong box featuring nail-head studs forming the date 1754 on the lid and three keyholes along the front fascia. View III
Archive IV An 18th-century dark oak strong box featuring nail-head studs forming the date 1754 on the lid and three keyholes along the front fascia. View IV
Archive V An 18th-century dark oak strong box featuring nail-head studs forming the date 1754 on the lid and three keyholes along the front fascia. View V
Archive VI An 18th-century dark oak strong box featuring nail-head studs forming the date 1754 on the lid and three keyholes along the front fascia. View VI
Archive VII An 18th-century dark oak strong box featuring nail-head studs forming the date 1754 on the lid and three keyholes along the front fascia. View VII
Archive VIII An 18th-century dark oak strong box featuring nail-head studs forming the date 1754 on the lid and three keyholes along the front fascia. View VIII
Archive IX An 18th-century dark oak strong box featuring nail-head studs forming the date 1754 on the lid and three keyholes along the front fascia. View IX
Archive X An 18th-century dark oak strong box featuring nail-head studs forming the date 1754 on the lid and three keyholes along the front fascia. View X
Archive XI An 18th-century dark oak strong box featuring nail-head studs forming the date 1754 on the lid and three keyholes along the front fascia. View XI
Archive XII An 18th-century dark oak strong box featuring nail-head studs forming the date 1754 on the lid and three keyholes along the front fascia. View XII
Archive XIII An 18th-century dark oak strong box featuring nail-head studs forming the date 1754 on the lid and three keyholes along the front fascia. View XIII
Archive XIV An 18th-century dark oak strong box featuring nail-head studs forming the date 1754 on the lid and three keyholes along the front fascia. View XIV
Archive XV An 18th-century dark oak strong box featuring nail-head studs forming the date 1754 on the lid and three keyholes along the front fascia. View XV
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An 18th-century dark oak strong box featuring nail-head studs forming the date 1754 on the lid and three keyholes along the front fascia.
18th Century Oak Strong Box
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An 18th-century dark oak strong box featuring nail-head studs forming the date 1754 on the lid and three keyholes along the front fascia.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBoxes & Chests
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialOak, Iron
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsStudded date inscription, Triple keyhole escutcheons, Moulded base plinth, Dovetail joinery
  • SizeH 24 cm (9 in) x W 55 cm (22 in) x D 28 cm (11 in)

FAQs

An 18th-century oak strong box is a heavy wooden chest constructed to protect currency, legal deeds, and valuable personal belongings. Popular throughout the Georgian era, these boxes often featured iron reinforcement, multiple locks, and decorative studding indicating dates or initials.

These boxes were typically hand-crafted from dense hardwoods like solid English oak, joined using hand-cut dovetail or mortise and tenon joints. Security was heightened through thick planking, forged iron hinges, decorative brass or iron studs, and multiple steel lever locks.

Authentic pieces exhibit signs of hand-planed timber, irregular dovetail joints, and hand-forged iron hardware displaying natural oxidisation. The wood surface typically shows an aged patina, shrinkage marks around iron fittings, and wear consistent with centuries of handling.

An oak strong box serves as a focal point on a hallway console table, a library sideboard, or an office desk. Its deep timber tones add warmth and historical contrast when placed alongside contemporary minimalist decor or structured architectural features.

Maintain the finish by dusting with a dry, soft cloth and applying a clear beeswax polish once or twice a year in the direction of the grain. Keep the box away from direct heat sources and extreme humidity fluctuations to prevent wood cracking or warping.
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