Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the Before 1700 period.
Summary:
• Item: Small six plank coffer
• Provenance: Midlands, England, UK
• Period: Charles II (Restoration Period)
• Circa: 1670
• Rare / sought after small size
• Wood: Solid oak
• Originating from a country property
• Primitive design (pre-cursor to the chest of drawers)
• Striking plate
• Working lock & key
• Nailed plank construction
• Chip edge carving
• Original top, sides, back & bottom
• Original length styles (feet)
• Original polish
• Superb deep rich oak patina
• Excellent condition
• Free 14 day returns policy
Description:
Originating possibly from the Midlands, this type of coffer was however constructed all over England. The coffer is constructed with a six planks, with chip edge carvings to the side of the front panel. Three diamond shaped carved lozenges with further carved floral centres, flanked by other floral carvings adorn the front panel. The coffer sits on its original length styles (feet), which is very rare to see. The reeded lid is hinged with a pair of very old, possibly Georgian, iron hinges. The coffer features a clasp and striking plate. The coffer features a working lock and key. The coffer has been constructed with the original handmade iron nails. Inside, the coffer retains its original candle box to the left hand side. The interior is clean and dry and would have been used for storing food, weapons and clothes. The back of the coffer features the original rough-hewn back and original floor. 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. This style of chest was the precursor to the chest of drawers.
The coffer boasts a rich dark oak colour. As it boasts the original polish, it has a fantastic colour and patination.
Condition Report:
This coffer is in excellent condition. The lid is hinged with a later pair of very old, possibly Georgian, iron strap hinges. The coffer features a later clasp and striking plate. The coffer has a working lock and key. The coffer has been constructed with the original handmade iron nails. Inside, the coffer retains its original candle box. The coffer stands on the original length style feet, which is very rare to see. There are no splits to the tops sides or bottom of the coffer. The coffer is solid in joint and ready to use.
Dimensions:
Height = 55cm or 21” or 1ft 9”
Width = 96.5cm or 38” or 3ft 2”
Depth = 26cm or 10¼”
UK Delivery:
Delivery to any address in mainland England & Wales is £69. For delivery to Scotland & Ireland, please email for a quote.
Free 14 Days UK Returns & Refunds:
A free 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. This refund policy only applies to deliveries to the UK.
UK Buyer Payment:
For UK buyers, we accept cash on collection or delivery; cheque, credit card, BACS or PayPal.
International Buyers:
If you live outside of the UK and you would like to purchase this item, please contact us first before purchasing the item so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time. A returns policy is not available for international buyers.
About the Seller:
This item is being sold by Yolanda Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA and CINOA. Yolanda Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 40 years.
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Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the Before 1700 period.
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Yolanda Gray Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA CINOA
English Midlands Oak Six Plank Charles II Coffer (Circa 1670)
