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A Dated and Initialled Elm Bible Box
Christine Kavanagh Antiques
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Christine Kavanagh Antiques

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A Dated and Initialled Elm Bible Box

18th century
Description

A large deed or bible box in elm. Original carved and dated front with scratch geometric design on the front edge. Original iron hinges and lock plate. Super waxed patina.

Physical Dimensions
Height
50cm (19.69")
Width
72cm (28.35")
Depth
28cm (11.02")
Declaration

Christine Kavanagh Antiques has dated this Carved Elm Bible Box to the 18th Century.

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SA985116
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Description
A large deed or bible box in elm. Original carved and dated front with scratch geometric design on the front edge. Original iron hinges and lock plate. Super waxed patina.
Height
50cm (19.69")
Width
72cm (28.35")
Depth
28cm (11.02")
Date of Manufacture

Christine Kavanagh Antiques has dated this Carved Elm Bible Box to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA985116
Christine Kavanagh Antiques
Christine Kavanagh Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

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A rectangular warm brown elm bible box with carved initials S and P, dated 1737, featuring a central iron lock plate.
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Archive I A rectangular warm brown elm bible box with carved initials S and P, dated 1737, featuring a central iron lock plate.

A Dated and Initialled Elm Bible Box

Archive II A rectangular warm brown elm bible box with carved initials S and P, dated 1737, featuring a central iron lock plate. View II
Archive III A rectangular warm brown elm bible box with carved initials S and P, dated 1737, featuring a central iron lock plate. View III
Archive IV A rectangular warm brown elm bible box with carved initials S and P, dated 1737, featuring a central iron lock plate. View IV
Archive V A rectangular warm brown elm bible box with carved initials S and P, dated 1737, featuring a central iron lock plate. View V
Archive VI A rectangular warm brown elm bible box with carved initials S and P, dated 1737, featuring a central iron lock plate. View VI
Archive VII A rectangular warm brown elm bible box with carved initials S and P, dated 1737, featuring a central iron lock plate. View VII
Archive VIII A rectangular warm brown elm bible box with carved initials S and P, dated 1737, featuring a central iron lock plate. View VIII
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Christine Kavanagh Antiques

Christine Kavanagh Antiques
Telephone 01777 871 080 or 07850 463 173
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1 - 3 Castlegate
Newark
Nottinghamshire
NG24 1AZ
United Kingdom
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Christine Kavanagh Antiques
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A rectangular warm brown elm bible box with carved initials S and P, dated 1737, featuring a central iron lock plate.
A dated and initialled elm bible box
Ref: SA985116
A rectangular warm brown elm bible box with carved initials S and P, dated 1737, featuring a central iron lock plate.
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A bible box is a compact wooden storage chest with a hinged lid, historically used in early modern households to secure bibles, legal documents, writing implements, and personal valuables.

These boxes were predominantly crafted from durable native hardwoods such as oak, elm, or walnut, utilizing joinery techniques like hand-cut dovetails or pegs, and fitted with hand-forged iron hinges and escutcheons.

Authentic period examples often feature hand-carved dates or initials, hand-forged iron hardware with oxidation, uneven surface wear, pit-saw or adze marks, and timber shrinkage consistent with age.

A carved wooden box functions well as a decorative focal point on a sideboard, console table, or deep window sill, providing subtle storage for small household items.

Maintain the finish by dusting with a soft, dry cloth and applying a clear beeswax paste periodically, avoiding placed exposure to direct sunlight or central heating sources that cause timber shrinkage.
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