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Antique Georgian Large Carved Oak Coffer C1780
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Antique Georgian Large Carved Oak Coffer C1780

18th century
For Sale by MebleinUK
Description

A beautiful and highly decorative antique carved oak coffer, dating from approximately 1780, featuring impressive proportions, intricate carved decoration and a wonderfully aged dark wood finish.

This substantial antique chest displays a richly decorated front incorporating three beautifully carved panels with traditional scrolling foliage, floral motifs and symmetrical ornamental designs. Each panel is framed by decorative carved borders, while the outer uprights feature particularly attractive leaf pattern detailing.

The impressive rectangular top is further enhanced by an elaborate carved border with flowing foliate decoration and beautifully detailed corner motifs. The contrasting areas of wear across the surface reveal the natural warmth of the wood beneath its dark finish, creating a particularly distinctive antique appearance.

The chest stands on sturdy, substantial block feet, giving it an imposing presence and reflecting the traditional craftsmanship associated with period oak furniture.

The large hinged lid opens to reveal a spacious storage compartment with a traditional boarded interior, ideal for storing blankets, bedding, cushions and other household items.

Dimensions

Height: 76 cm

Width: 116 cm

Depth: 57 cm

The chest is presented in very good antique condition for its age, retaining its wonderful decorative character and substantial construction.

Date of Manufacture

MebleinUK has dated this Georgian Carved Oak Coffer to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
116cm (45.67")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Reference Numbers
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SA1243209
Dealers Internal Reference
B293
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A beautiful and highly decorative antique carved oak coffer, dating from approximately 1780, featuring impressive proportions, intricate carved decoration and a wonderfully aged dark wood finish.
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This substantial antique chest displays a richly decorated front incorporating three beautifully carved panels with traditional scrolling foliage, floral motifs and symmetrical ornamental designs.
MebleinUK

Each panel is framed by decorative carved borders, while the outer uprights feature particularly attractive leaf pattern detailing.

fig 1. A dark Georgian oak coffer featuring three detailed relief-carved front panels with floral motifs and carved stiles on short square feet.
fig 1. Antique Georgian Large Carved Oak Coffer C1780

The impressive rectangular top is further enhanced by an elaborate carved border with flowing foliate decoration and beautifully detailed corner motifs. The contrasting areas of wear across the surface reveal the natural warmth of the wood beneath its dark finish, creating a particularly distinctive antique appearance.

fig 2. A dark Georgian oak coffer featuring three detailed relief-carved front panels with floral motifs and carved stiles on short square feet.
fig 2. Antique Georgian Large Carved Oak Coffer C1780

The chest stands on sturdy, substantial block feet, giving it an imposing presence and reflecting the traditional craftsmanship associated with period oak furniture.

The large hinged lid opens to reveal a spacious storage compartment with a traditional boarded interior, ideal for storing blankets, bedding, cushions and other household items.

Dimensions

Height: 76 cm

Width: 116 cm

Depth: 57 cm

The chest is presented in very good antique condition for its age, retaining its wonderful decorative character and substantial construction.

Date of Manufacture

MebleinUK has dated this Georgian Carved Oak Coffer to the Georgian era.

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
116cm (45.67")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1243209
Dealers Internal Ref
B293
MebleinUK
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Archive I A dark Georgian oak coffer featuring three detailed relief-carved front panels with floral motifs and carved stiles on short square feet.

Antique Georgian Large Carved Oak Coffer C1780

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A dark Georgian oak coffer featuring three detailed relief-carved front panels with floral motifs and carved stiles on short square feet.
Antique Georgian Large Carved Oak Coffer c1780
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  • ObjectCoffers & Chests
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialOak, Iron
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsCarved floral panels, Guilloche moulding, Pegged joinery, Paneled front
  • SizeH 76 cm (30 in) x W 116 cm (46 in) x D 57 cm (22 in)

This Georgian antique coffer is constructed from solid oak with a dark brown finish and iron hardware. The piece displays a three-panel front with relief-carved scrolling floral motifs, framed by guilloche mouldings and flanked by carved leaf-pattern stiles, alongside an oblong keyhole escutcheon and short square block feet. Contrasting areas of wear across the wooden surface reveal the lighter natural timber beneath the dark polish. The solid rectangular lid opens via a hinged mechanism to provide a capacious internal storage compartment. The coffer measures 76 cm high, 116 cm wide and 57 cm deep. Positioned along a hallway wall, at the foot of a bed or within a living room, this chest functions as practical storage for spare blankets, winter bedding, extra cushions and household textiles. The flat top surface also provides a stable display space for decorative objects, lamps or framed photographs within an English country house interior.

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Originating in the 18th century, Georgian oak coffers served as essential storage vessels for linens, clothing, and household valuables in English homes. Often decorated with panel carvings inspired by regional traditions, these pieces represent the transition from utilitarian medieval trunks to fine joinery furniture.

Period coffers were primarily built from solid English oak utilizing mortise and tenon joinery secured with wooden pegs. The front panels frequently feature relief carving executed by hand, alongside top lids constructed with square edges and primitive iron strap hinges.

Authentic pieces exhibit signs of hand-planed timber on unseen surfaces, hand-carved wooden peg ends, and natural wear around the feet and handles. Oxidation around original iron hardware and a deep, uneven wax patina built up over centuries also distinguish genuine period items from later reproductions.

A carved oak coffer functions effectively as a focal piece in an entryway for footwear storage or situated at the foot of a bed for spare linens. The dark timber and textured relief work provide visual contrast when set against neutral, contemporary paint finishes.

Preservation requires regular dusting with a soft cloth and occasional applications of natural beeswax polish to maintain the timber patina. Keep the piece away from direct heat sources such as radiators to prevent the solid oak from drying out or splitting.
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