London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.
Superb coffer with fine detail
Displays a desirable aged patina
Highly carved, two panel chest
Select oak with fine grain interest
Stout lid resplendent with wisps of medullary rays
Edges decorated with fantastic, naive chipping
Stiles and muntins presented with ornate scroll and acanthus motif
Inset frieze panels with diamond foliate carving, complemented by patera
Lid opens upon original wire hook hinge
Iron lock escutcheon with broad clasp - key absent
Interior benefits from an enclosed candle box - superb medullary rays within
Raised upon four square section stiles
Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 97.5cm (38.5'')
Max Depth: 46.5cm (18.25'')
Max Height: 66.5cm (26.25'')
Candle Box Width: 9.5cm (3.75'')
Candle Box Depth: 38cm (15'')
Candle Box Height: 6cm (2.25'')
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Our Ref: 18.6405
London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.
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Compact Antique Coffer, English, Oak, Chest, Trunk, Early Georgian, Circa 1720
