Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 18th Century.
• Item: Table Box
• Circa: 1700
• Period: William III
• Provenance: England, UK
• Wood: Solid oak
• 2ft 4¾” wide
• Original leaf lunette carved front
• Original iron strap hinges
• Replacement working lock (with key)
• Single drawer below box
• Secret drawer locking mechanism
• Original backboards & floor
• Moulded plinth base
• Lovely colour & patination
• Excellent condition
• Ideal for storing paperwork or small valuables etc.
• Free delivery to England, Wales & Southern Scotland*
• Free 14-day UK returns
Description:
Ideal for storing paperwork or small valuables or a small coffee table etc. The box features a flat three-plank top, secured with the original iron strap hinges inside the box. The box incorporates what we believe to be is the original key escutcheon, with a later restored working lock and key. The front of the box is profusely carved with two fine quality original large lunette leaf carvings, with a row of guilloche star carvings below. The lid opens to reveal a large storage clean storage area which is clean, dry, practical and usable. The box is designed with a wide drawer below, which boasts a secret locking mechanism inside the box, where a wooden peg locks the drawer. The peg needs to be removed in order to open the drawer. The drawer is constructed with primitive butt joints and retains its original twin plank drawer bottom.
Condition Report:
This oak writing box is in excellent condition given its age. Nominal old use marks to the top, external sides and leading edges, but nothing significant considering the age of the item (see photos). The carvings on the front of the box are full age and original. The interiors are clean, dry, and usable. The box retains its original iron strap lid hinges. The box retains its original lid, drawer, floor, sides, back and bottom. The box features a later working lock and key.
Dimensions:
Height = 29.6cm or 11?”
Width = 73cm or 28¾” or 2ft 4¾”
Depth = 47.5cm or 18¾” or 1ft 6¾”
Customer Service:
We offer customer satisfaction through the following services:
• Free delivery to England, Wales & Southern Scotland*
• Free 14 Day Returns
• Full money back assurance
• Worldwide shipping
• Full insurance of items in transit
• Full assembly service
Free UK Delivery*:
We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland (anywhere south of Stirling). *We do not offer free delivery to locations north of Stirling in Scotland, Northern Ireland, or any British Islands off the mainland; for example, the Isle of Man, Isle of White and Channel Islands. If you live in one of the areas where we do not offer free delivery, please contact us for a delivery quote before purchasing the item.
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 (we do not charge a return fee / collection fee). You will be given a full refund as long as the item is returned in the same condition.
UK Buyer Payment:
For UK buyers, we accept cash on collection or delivery; cheque, credit card, BACS (free bank to bank transfer) or PayPal. Payment is requested within 5 days of the sale. Payment must be cleared before the items are collected or delivered.
International Buyers:
If you live outside the UK and you would like to purchase this item, please contact us before purchasing it, so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time.
Ref. 48660
Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 18th Century.
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Antique English 18th Century Solid Oak Carved Writing Box (Circa 1700)
