Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the Before 1700 period.
• Dated: 1680
• Period: Charles II
• Provenance North of England, UK
• Inscribed “E.B. 1680” below the key
• Wood: Solid oak
• Instead panels
• Reeded frame
• Peg construction
• Stunning carvings
• Working lock & key
• Original hand beaten iron loop hinges
• Candle box
• Original top
• Original sides
• Original back
• Original bottom
• Original length style feet
• Superb deep rich oak patina
• 14 days free UK returns policy
This coffer is has sought after proportions. The front of the coffer features stunning top quality carvings, which are attributable to the north counties of England. This coffer would have been commissioned for a wealthy client who has their initials inscribed “E.B. 1680” on the front of the coffer, below the keyhole. The coffer features a lovely three-inset panel reeded frame with carved inset panels also to the front and side. The coffer features a peg construction method. The lid is connected to the base with the original hand beaten iron loop hinges. Inside, there is the original candle box to the right hand side. There is also a working lock and key with this coffer which locks the top lid onto the base. The coffer sits on its original style feet, which is rare to see. The back of the coffer features the original rough-hewn back and original floor.
The interior is clean, dry and the coffer is practical and useable. The exterior of the coffer boasts a stunning rich oak colour patination. This is an important oak coffer having been around in the days of Charles II, Cromwell’s conquest of Ireland & Scotland and the Great Fire of London. The coffer would be ideal as a storage box in a bedroom in front of a bed.
Condition Report:
The frame of the coffer is original featuring the original floor, top, sides and back. The coffer stands on the original style feet, which is very rare to see. The working lock and key are very old replacements. The iron hand beaten loop hinges are also original. There are no splits to the top or sides of the coffer. The interior is clean, dry and the coffer is practical and useable. The coffer is free of active woodworm, solid in joint and ready to use. Considering the age of this early coffer, it is in very good condition and does not detract from its attractive appeal.
Dimensions:
Height: 68.2cm or 2ft 2¾”
Width: 143.5cm or 4ft 8½”
Depth: 58.2cm or 1ft 11”
UK Delivery:
Delivery to any address in mainland England & Wales is £65. For delivery to Scotland & Ireland, please email for a quote.
Free 14 Day UK Returns & Refunds:
A 14-day “no quibble” returns policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you. You will be given a refund excluding the delivery cost as long as the item is returned in the same condition. We only will collect returns using our own specialist furniture delivery company. We will not accept returns via a courier service (due to experience of damaged items in transit). This refund policy only applies to deliveries to the UK.
International Buyers:
If you live outside of the UK and you would like to purchase this item; please contact us before purchasing the item to obtain a shipping quote and delivery lead-time. Items cannot be returned once shipped outside of the UK. We only accept payment by bank transfer for international purchases.
Ref: Coffer 16
Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the Before 1700 period.
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Charles II North Country Carved Oak Coffer (Dated 1680)
