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Early 17th Century Oak Coffer
Holmes Antiques
for sale €7,254     $7,874
£6,200

Holmes Antiques

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Early 17th Century Oak Coffer

17th century
For Sale by Holmes Antiques
Description

A superb Elizabeth I early 17th Century Oak Coffer of lovely colour in good original condition apart from the hinges which have been replaced. The rails and legs made from a combination of Elm and Oak. The front is heavily carved and highly decorated with checkered feather banding, bordered with a bog oak stringing.

The top rail having carved lunettes, the arcaded panel surround carved with strap work with geometric checkered inlay applied to the centre.

Physical Dimensions
Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
128cm (50.39")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
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SA831140
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 superb Elizabeth I early 17th Century Oak Coffer of lovely colour in good original condition apart from the hinges which have been replaced. The rails and legs made from a combination of Elm and Oak.
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The front is heavily carved and highly decorated with checkered feather banding, bordered with a bog oak stringing.
Holmes Antiques

The top rail having carved lunettes, the arcaded panel surround carved with strap work with geometric checkered inlay applied to the centre.

Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
128cm (50.39")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA831140
Holmes Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2011

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

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Holmes Antiques Profile Page

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Early 17th-century dark carved oak coffer featuring dual arched panels with geometric inlay and an iron lock plate.
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Archive I Early 17th-century dark carved oak coffer featuring dual arched panels with geometric inlay and an iron lock plate.

Early 17th Century Oak Coffer

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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
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Early 17th-century dark carved oak coffer featuring dual arched panels with geometric inlay and an iron lock plate.
Early 17th Century Oak Coffer
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Early 17th-century dark carved oak coffer featuring dual arched panels with geometric inlay and an iron lock plate.
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FAQs

A coffer is a wooden chest featuring a hinged lid, historically used for storing linens, household textiles, and valuables during the 17th century.

These pieces were constructed from solid English oak using joinery techniques such as mortise and tenon joints secured with wooden pegs, frequently decorated with hand carving and geometric marquetry inlay.

Authentic period coffers display evidence of hand-hewn timber, peg construction rather than metal screws, original hand-forged iron hardware, and natural timber shrinkage across the grain.

An antique coffer functions well in an entryway, living room, or hallway, where the rich dark timber contrasts against neutral walls and contemporary soft furnishings.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft dry cloth and apply a clear beeswax polish annually to protect the timber, ensuring the piece remains away from direct heat sources and excessive damp.
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