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16th Century Oak Coffer
Holmes Antiques
for sale €5,265     $5,715
£4,500

Holmes Antiques

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    Leading experts on early english oak, walnut and mahogany furniture. Established in 1932.
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16th Century Oak Coffer

17th century
For Sale by Holmes Antiques
Description

A rare and lovely late 16th Century Elizabeth I Oak Coffer of good colour, the arcaded panels with geometric inlay to the centres.

Physical Dimensions
Height
83cm (32.68")
Width
132cm (51.97")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Declaration

Holmes Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Coffer Chest to the 17th Century.

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SA616685
Dealers Notes

Holmes Antiques was established in 1932

We are a family business with a shop on Haworth Main Street in West Yorkshire.

We specialise in early English furniture

With the emphasis on quality, originality, colour and surface.

David Holmes has developed a reputation in the antique trade as one of the country's leading experts on early English Oak, Walnut and Mahogany furniture.

Christian Holmes is the 4th generation of the family to deal in Antique furniture

www.holmesantiques.co.uk

Description
A rare and lovely late 16th Century Elizabeth I Oak Coffer of good colour, the arcaded panels with geometric inlay to the centres.
Height
83cm (32.68")
Width
132cm (51.97")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Date of Manufacture

Holmes Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Coffer Chest to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA616685
Holmes Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2011

Leading experts on early english oak, walnut and mahogany furniture. Established in 1932.

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A dark oak three-panel coffer featuring relief-carved arches, geometric strapwork, a carved frieze, and a central iron keyhole plate.
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Archive I A dark oak three-panel coffer featuring relief-carved arches, geometric strapwork, a carved frieze, and a central iron keyhole plate.

16th Century Oak Coffer

Archive II A dark oak three-panel coffer featuring relief-carved arches, geometric strapwork, a carved frieze, and a central iron keyhole plate. View II
Archive III A dark oak three-panel coffer featuring relief-carved arches, geometric strapwork, a carved frieze, and a central iron keyhole plate. View III
Archive IV A dark oak three-panel coffer featuring relief-carved arches, geometric strapwork, a carved frieze, and a central iron keyhole plate. View IV
Archive V A dark oak three-panel coffer featuring relief-carved arches, geometric strapwork, a carved frieze, and a central iron keyhole plate. View V
Archive VI A dark oak three-panel coffer featuring relief-carved arches, geometric strapwork, a carved frieze, and a central iron keyhole plate. View VI
Archive VII A dark oak three-panel coffer featuring relief-carved arches, geometric strapwork, a carved frieze, and a central iron keyhole plate. View VII
Archive VIII A dark oak three-panel coffer featuring relief-carved arches, geometric strapwork, a carved frieze, and a central iron keyhole plate. View VIII
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Holmes Antiques
Telephone 07729 347 159
Location
West Yorkshire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/holmes
Verified Since Jan 2011
Items For Sale 224
Items Sold 548
Holmes Antiques
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Location: West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
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A dark oak three-panel coffer featuring relief-carved arches, geometric strapwork, a carved frieze, and a central iron keyhole plate.
16th Century Oak Coffer
Ref: SA616685
A dark oak three-panel coffer featuring relief-carved arches, geometric strapwork, a carved frieze, and a central iron keyhole plate.
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FAQs

An oak coffer served as a primary storage vessel in medieval and early modern European households, constructed to hold linens, valuables, and textiles. These joiner-made chests were foundational pieces of furniture before specialised wardrobes and chests of drawers became widespread.

Early coffers were built using mortise and tenon joinery secured with wooden pegs, avoiding modern glues or metal nails for the primary frame. Panels were fitted into grooved stiles, allowing the solid oak to expand and contract naturally across seasonal humidity changes.

Authentic early coffers feature hand-planed oak surfaces, irregular peg placements, hand-forged iron escutcheons or hinges, and age-related wear around the base and lid. Look for authentic saw marks, deep patination in recessed carving, and construction techniques consistent with joinery of the period.

An antique oak coffer functions effectively at the foot of a bed, within a hallway, or as a centrepiece table in a living room. Pairing dark carved timber against neutral walls or modern minimalist textiles creates a balanced contrast between historic craftsmanship and contemporary design.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft dry cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to maintain the timber finish. Keep the chest away from direct heat sources and high humidity to prevent splitting or movement in the oak panels.
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