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Mid 19th Century Hand Painted Swedish Oak Coffer
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Mid 19th Century Hand Painted Swedish Oak Coffer

19th century
Sold 24 July 2026 · Debenham Antiques Ltd
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Description

Mid 19th century hand painted swedish oak coffer circa 1852.

Beautiful dome top coffer made from solid oak.  hand painted using traditional methods in a green, brown and yellow scheme.

Profusely hand painted front with tassels and borders, initialed on the front jms and dated 1852 26th of february.  brown painted strap work, lid edge and feet.  lid opens with working lock and key to reveal a later painted interior, which is missing it's usual candle box.

Expected surface marks, fading to woodwork. Minor losses to decorative elements around the feet.  structurally strong and ready for everyday use.

Date of Manufacture

Debenham Antiques Ltd has dated this Painted Oak Coffer to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
74.2cm (29.21")
Width
127cm (50.00")
Depth
64.2cm (25.28")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA959889
Dealers Internal Reference
EA3024
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Description
Mid 19th century hand painted swedish oak coffer circa 1852.

Beautiful dome top coffer made from solid oak.  hand painted using traditional methods in a green, brown and yellow scheme.

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Profusely hand painted front with tassels and borders, initialed on the front jms and dated 1852 26th of february.
Debenham Antiques Ltd

  brown painted strap work, lid edge and feet.  lid opens with working lock and key to reveal a later painted interior, which is missing it's usual candle box.

Expected surface marks, fading to woodwork. Minor losses to decorative elements around the feet.  structurally strong and ready for everyday use.

Date of Manufacture

Debenham Antiques Ltd has dated this Painted Oak Coffer to the 19th Century.

Height
74.2cm (29.21")
Width
127cm (50.00")
Depth
64.2cm (25.28")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA959889
Dealers Internal Ref
EA3024
Debenham Antiques Ltd
Debenham Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2012

We are a leading antique furniture dealer in the UK with over 60 years of experience.

Dealer Profile

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

Trade Associations

Debenham Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A rectangular mid-19th century Swedish oak coffer featuring a dark green painted finish with red trim, floral swags, and hand-painted lettering. SOLD24 JUL 26
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Archive I A rectangular mid-19th century Swedish oak coffer featuring a dark green painted finish with red trim, floral swags, and hand-painted lettering. SOLD24 JUL 26

Mid 19th Century Hand Painted Swedish Oak Coffer

Archive II A rectangular mid-19th century Swedish oak coffer featuring a dark green painted finish with red trim, floral swags, and hand-painted lettering. View II
Archive III A rectangular mid-19th century Swedish oak coffer featuring a dark green painted finish with red trim, floral swags, and hand-painted lettering. View III
Archive IV A rectangular mid-19th century Swedish oak coffer featuring a dark green painted finish with red trim, floral swags, and hand-painted lettering. View IV
Archive V A rectangular mid-19th century Swedish oak coffer featuring a dark green painted finish with red trim, floral swags, and hand-painted lettering. View V
Archive VI A rectangular mid-19th century Swedish oak coffer featuring a dark green painted finish with red trim, floral swags, and hand-painted lettering. View VI
Archive VII A rectangular mid-19th century Swedish oak coffer featuring a dark green painted finish with red trim, floral swags, and hand-painted lettering. View VII
Archive VIII A rectangular mid-19th century Swedish oak coffer featuring a dark green painted finish with red trim, floral swags, and hand-painted lettering. View VIII
Archive IX A rectangular mid-19th century Swedish oak coffer featuring a dark green painted finish with red trim, floral swags, and hand-painted lettering. View IX
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Debenham Antiques Ltd
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73 High Street
Debenham
Suffolk
IP14 6QS
United Kingdom
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A rectangular mid-19th century Swedish oak coffer featuring a dark green painted finish with red trim, floral swags, and hand-painted lettering.
MID 19TH CENTURY HAND PAINTED SWEDISH OAK COFFER
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A rectangular mid-19th century Swedish oak coffer featuring a dark green painted finish with red trim, floral swags, and hand-painted lettering.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectChests and Coffers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleSwedish Country
  • MaterialOak, Iron
  • ColourGreen
  • MotifsHand-painted swags, Exposed iron strap hinges, Inscribed initials and date, Raised panels
  • SizeH 74.2 cm (29 in) x W 127 cm (50 in) x D 64.2 cm (25 in)

FAQs

Traditional painted coffers and storage chests originated in rural Scandinavia, where craftsmen and local folk artists decorated household furniture with hand-painted motifs, initials, and dates to commemorate marriages or important family milestones.

These pieces were typically constructed from locally sourced native hardwoods such as oak or pine, joined using traditional dovetail or mortise and tenon techniques, and finished with milk paint, distemper, or linseed oil-based pigments.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate joinery, hand-forged iron hardware, natural pigment fading, and surface wear consistent with age, alongside authentic hand-painted decoration rather than modern stencilling or artificial distressing.

An antique painted coffer works effectively as a functional storage solution at the foot of a bed, in a hallway, or as a focal point in a living space, contrasting cleanly against neutral modern walls and minimalist furnishings.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent pigment degradation, and dusting gently with a dry, soft cloth while avoiding harsh chemical cleaners or modern polishes.
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