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Edwardian Oak Coal Box
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Edwardian Oak Coal Box

19th century
Description

Edwardian period oak coal box with metal carrying handle.

Lift up lid revealing inner metal liner.

In sound condition with original polish finish. Circa 1890

Measurements

Height 14"

Width 12.5"

Depth 17"

Delivery: UK Mainland £20 Postage Costs

Physical Dimensions
Height
35cm (13.78")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Declaration

Affordable Old Furniture has dated this Edwardian Oak Coal Box to the 1890s.

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SA530609
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376B7/7 TH WH
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Description
Edwardian period oak coal box with metal carrying handle.

Lift up lid revealing inner metal liner.

In sound condition with original polish finish. Circa 1890

Measurements

Height 14"

Width 12.5"

Depth 17"

Delivery: UK Mainland £20 Postage Costs

Height
35cm (13.78")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Date of Manufacture

Affordable Old Furniture has dated this Edwardian Oak Coal Box to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA530609
Dealers Internal Ref
376B7/7 TH WH
Affordable Old Furniture
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An Edwardian oak coal box featuring a slanted front lid, top brass carrying handle, and a turned brass knob.
Edwardian Oak Coal Box
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An Edwardian oak coal box featuring a slanted front lid, top brass carrying handle, and a turned brass knob.
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FAQs

A coal purdonium is a specialized fireside storage box, typically crafted from timber, designed to conceal coal and dust while keeping hearth areas neat. Popularised in the Victorian and Edwardian eras, these pieces featured slanted drop-down fronts and often contained a removable metal liner.

Edwardian coal boxes were predominantly constructed from solid hardwoods such as oak, mahogany, or walnut, fitted with brass or iron handles and knobs. The interior usually housed a galvanized zinc or sheet metal liner to handle heavy fuel loads.

Authentic Edwardian examples feature period-correct joinery, such as hand-cut dovetails or screwed panels, alongside patinated brass carrying handles or drop pulls. Authentic pieces display natural wear to the metal lining and timber base, consistent with historical hearth usage.

An antique coal box functions as practical fireside storage for modern kindling, pinecones, or logs. It can also be positioned in an entryway or living room as an accent piece to store household items while adding historical character.

Dust the wooden exterior regularly with a soft cloth and apply beeswax polish periodically to retain the natural grain finish. Preserve brass hardware without harsh chemical cleansers to protect the original aged patina, and keep the timber dry.
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