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Solid Carved Golden Oak Coffer
Worboys Antiques
for sale €515     $559
£440
Worboys Antiques

Worboys Antiques

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Solid Carved Golden Oak Coffer

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Worboys Antiques
Description

Solid carved golden oak coffer having a heavily carved front , sides and top , that lifts up to access the interior , raised on short supports .

Height

46 cm / 18 1⁄4"

Width

91 cm / 36"

Depth

45 cm / 17 "

Good Condition Repolished

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Physical Dimensions
Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
91cm (35.83")
Depth
45cm (17.72")
Declaration

Worboys Antiques has dated this Carved Golden Oak Coffer to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1225386
Dealers Internal Reference
378719
Dealers Notes

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Description
Solid carved golden oak coffer having a heavily carved front , sides and top , that lifts up to access the interior , raised on short supports .

Height

46 cm / 18 1⁄4"

Width

91 cm / 36"

Depth

45 cm / 17 "

Good Condition Repolished

Please note that not all items are on display in our showrooms and may be in our off-site store.

“
If you wish to see specific items please notify us before visiting so that we can ensure the item(s) are available to view.
Worboys Antiques
Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
91cm (35.83")
Depth
45cm (17.72")
Date of Manufacture

Worboys Antiques has dated this Carved Golden Oak Coffer to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1225386
Dealers Internal Ref
378719
Worboys Antiques
Worboys Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2005

Established since 1978, dealing in and restoring most antiques, specialising in clocks and furniture.

Dealer Profile

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

Trade Associations

Worboys Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A solid golden oak coffer with detailed foliate and starburst hand-carvings across the hinged lid and front twin panels.
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Archive I A solid golden oak coffer with detailed foliate and starburst hand-carvings across the hinged lid and front twin panels.

Solid Carved Golden Oak Coffer

Archive II A solid golden oak coffer with detailed foliate and starburst hand-carvings across the hinged lid and front twin panels. View II
Archive III A solid golden oak coffer with detailed foliate and starburst hand-carvings across the hinged lid and front twin panels. View III
Archive IV A solid golden oak coffer with detailed foliate and starburst hand-carvings across the hinged lid and front twin panels. View IV
Archive V A solid golden oak coffer with detailed foliate and starburst hand-carvings across the hinged lid and front twin panels. View V
Archive VI A solid golden oak coffer with detailed foliate and starburst hand-carvings across the hinged lid and front twin panels. View VI
Archive VII A solid golden oak coffer with detailed foliate and starburst hand-carvings across the hinged lid and front twin panels. View VII
Archive VIII A solid golden oak coffer with detailed foliate and starburst hand-carvings across the hinged lid and front twin panels. View VIII
Archive IX A solid golden oak coffer with detailed foliate and starburst hand-carvings across the hinged lid and front twin panels. View IX
Archive X A solid golden oak coffer with detailed foliate and starburst hand-carvings across the hinged lid and front twin panels. View X
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Worboys Antiques

Worboys Antiques
Telephone 01494 931812
Location
86 London End
Beaconsfield
Buckinghamshire
HP9 2JD
United Kingdom

By appointment.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/wa
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Items Sold 6,373
Worboys Antiques
Worboys Antiques
Verified Since Jul 2005
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Location: 86 London End, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 2JD, United Kingdom, , By appointment.
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A solid golden oak coffer with detailed foliate and starburst hand-carvings across the hinged lid and front twin panels.
Solid Carved Golden Oak Coffer
Ref: SA1225386
A solid golden oak coffer with detailed foliate and starburst hand-carvings across the hinged lid and front twin panels.
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An oak coffer is a sturdy wooden storage chest featuring a hinged lid, traditionally constructed from solid oak panels. Widely produced from the medieval period through the 17th century and revived in later eras, coffers were designed to store linens, clothing, and household valuables.

Traditional coffers are constructed using solid timber, predominantly native oak, joined with mortise and tenon joints held by wooden dowels or pegs. The exterior surfaces frequently feature hand-carved relief decoration, such as lozenges, lunettes, or foliate motifs, topped with flat or panelled lids.

Authentic period coffers exhibit signs of historic hand-tooling, such as adze marks on unexposed surfaces, alongside hand-forged iron hinges or loop joints. Natural wood shrinkage over centuries often results in slight irregularities, gaps around joinery, and a rich, uneven patina built up from historic wax and handling.

A carved oak coffer functions effectively at the foot of a bed for bed linen storage, or positioned in an entryway to serve as both seating and shoe storage. Placing modern lamps, ceramics, or framed art above a coffer creates a balanced contrast between historical timber textures and contemporary decor.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft, dry lint-free cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to maintain the timbers moisture and sheen. Keep the coffer away from direct heat sources and extreme fluctuations in humidity to prevent timber warping or splitting.
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