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17th Century Oak Coffer with Marquetry Inlay
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17th Century Oak Coffer with Marquetry Inlay

17th century
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17th century Oak coffer with holly and bog oak inlay. Original pin hinges and interior till. Slight lift to one leg. Wonderful faded colour. English circa 1670.

This can be viewed in our showrooms in North Yorkshire at any time, by appointment. Please contact me with any questions or if you would like further images. For clients who are overseas or unable to come to our showrooms, we will gladly send a video of any piece in which you may be interested.

Shipping and delivery can be arranged on your behalf. Or may be included depending on location.

Physical Dimensions
Height
59cm (23.23")
Width
120cm (47.24")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Declaration

Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd has dated this 17th Century Oak Coffer to the 17th Century.

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SA1241102
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Elaine Phillips Antiques

Description
17th century Oak coffer with holly and bog oak inlay. Original pin hinges and interior till. Slight lift to one leg. Wonderful faded colour. English circa 1670.

This can be viewed in our showrooms in North Yorkshire at any time, by appointment. Please contact me with any questions or if you would like further images.

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For clients who are overseas or unable to come to our showrooms, we will gladly send a video of any piece in which you may be interested.
Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd

Shipping and delivery can be arranged on your behalf. Or may be included depending on location.

Height
59cm (23.23")
Width
120cm (47.24")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Date of Manufacture

Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd has dated this 17th Century Oak Coffer to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1241102
Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd
Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2022

Period furniture, lighting, mirrors, portraits and interior decoration.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd Profile Page

Trade Associations

Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd is a registered member of BADA  CINOA

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Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd

Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07710 793753 or 01969 625199
Location
Leyburn
North Yorkshire
DL8
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/elainephillips
Verified Since Nov 2022
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Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd
Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd
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A 17th-century oak coffer featuring a hinged lid, panelled front, and geometric marquetry inlay.
17th century Oak Coffer with Marquetry Inlay
Ref: SA1241102
A 17th-century oak coffer featuring a hinged lid, panelled front, and geometric marquetry inlay.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCoffers & Storage Chests
  • Period17th century
  • StyleJacobean
  • MaterialOak, Timber Inlay
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsGeometric marquetry inlay, Panelled front and lid, Stile feet, Moulded frieze
  • SizeH 59 cm (23 in) x W 120 cm (47 in) x D 54 cm (21 in)

FAQs

A 17th-century oak coffer is a heavy, joiner-made wooden storage chest featuring a hinged lid and panelled construction, commonly used during the Jacobean and Commonwealth periods to store linens, clothing, and valuables.

Period coffers were primarily constructed from solid English oak using mortise and tenon joints secured with wooden pegs. Decorative elements included geometric marquetry inlay, channel moulding, and hand-carved panels.

Authentic 17th-century coffers exhibit signs of hand-planed timber, irregular wooden peg construction, hand-forged iron hinges, and natural shrinkage or wear around the base and lid extremities.

An antique oak coffer functions effectively in modern interiors as an entryway bench, a statement storage chest at the foot of a bed, or an accent piece in a wide hallway or living area.

Preserve antique oak by applying a clear beeswax polish once or twice a year to maintain the timbers patina, keeping the piece away from direct heat sources, and maintaining stable humidity levels.
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