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Carved Elm Coffer with Pierced Brass Decoration?
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Carved Elm Coffer with Pierced Brass Decoration?

19th century
For Sale by Elmgarden
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Carved Elm Coffer with Pierced Brass Decoration?

This large and heavy chest is set on wooden wheels and it has a carved plinth, the front and sides are decorated with pierced brass matching the brass lock plate.This good slightly rustic and decorative piece has been waxed and is in good sound condition it has strong blacksmith made hinges and handles

The Coffer measures 51’’wide x 23’’ deep and stands 29’’ high

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To get an accurate delivery quote please send the item number with your location to Elmgarden Antiques.

Physical Dimensions
Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
130cm (51.18")
Depth
59cm (23.23")
Declaration

Elmgarden has dated this Carved Elm Brass Coffer to the 19th Century.

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SA1240751
Dealers Internal Reference
RF111
Description
Carved Elm Coffer with Pierced Brass Decoration?
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This large and heavy chest is set on wooden wheels and it has a carved plinth, the front and sides are decorated with pierced brass matching the brass lock plate.
Elmgarden

This good slightly rustic and decorative piece has been waxed and is in good sound condition it has strong blacksmith made hinges and handles

The Coffer measures 51’’wide x 23’’ deep and stands 29’’ high

RF111

To get an accurate delivery quote please send the item number with your location to Elmgarden Antiques.

Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
130cm (51.18")
Depth
59cm (23.23")
Date of Manufacture

Elmgarden has dated this Carved Elm Brass Coffer to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1240751
Dealers Internal Ref
RF111
Elmgarden
Elmgarden
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A rectangular carved elm wood storage coffer featuring decorative pierced brass corner mounts and a central lockplate above an ornate carved apron.
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Archive I A rectangular carved elm wood storage coffer featuring decorative pierced brass corner mounts and a central lockplate above an ornate carved apron.

Carved Elm Coffer with Pierced Brass Decoration?

Archive II A rectangular carved elm wood storage coffer featuring decorative pierced brass corner mounts and a central lockplate above an ornate carved apron. View II
Archive III A rectangular carved elm wood storage coffer featuring decorative pierced brass corner mounts and a central lockplate above an ornate carved apron. View III
Archive IV A rectangular carved elm wood storage coffer featuring decorative pierced brass corner mounts and a central lockplate above an ornate carved apron. View IV
Archive V A rectangular carved elm wood storage coffer featuring decorative pierced brass corner mounts and a central lockplate above an ornate carved apron. View V
Archive VI A rectangular carved elm wood storage coffer featuring decorative pierced brass corner mounts and a central lockplate above an ornate carved apron. View VI
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A rectangular carved elm wood storage coffer featuring decorative pierced brass corner mounts and a central lockplate above an ornate carved apron.
Carved Elm Coffer with Pierced Brass Decoration?
Ref: SA1240751
A rectangular carved elm wood storage coffer featuring decorative pierced brass corner mounts and a central lockplate above an ornate carved apron.
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  • ObjectCoffers & Chests
  • Period19th century
  • Style19th Century Traditional
  • MaterialElm, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsPierced brass mounts, Carved apron, Hinged lid, Corner brackets
  • SizeH 74 cm (29 in) x W 130 cm (51 in) x D 59 cm (23 in)

This nineteenth-century traditional coffer is constructed from elm and finished with a warm brown waxed look. The large, heavy chest has a hinged lid, a keyhole within a central pierced brass lockplate, matching pierced brass corner brackets on the front and sides, and strong blacksmith-made hinges and handles. Beneath the main body sits a carved plinth above an ornate carved wooden apron, and the entire structure is set on round wooden wheels. The timber shows minor surface scuffs and signs of age consistent with a rustic farmhouse style. Measuring 74 cm high, 130 cm wide, and 59 cm deep, this practical storage piece suits placement in a hallway, living room, or bedroom for blankets, linens, or general household items.

FAQs

An antique coffer is a heavy wooden chest, traditionally constructed with a hinged lid, used historically for storing textiles, valuables, and household goods.

Coffers were typically constructed from durable hardwoods such as oak, elm, or walnut, often secured with hand-forged iron or decorative pierced brass mounts.

Authentic pieces generally display pegged mortise and tenon joinery, natural timber shrinkage, original hardware with hand-carved details, and genuine surface patination.

An antique coffer can function as a central coffee table, a statement piece at the foot of a bed, or functional hall storage for coats and footwear.

Clean timber surfaces with a soft, dry cloth and apply natural beeswax regularly, ensuring brass mounts are kept dry and dusted to preserve their patina.
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