Large Antique Four Panel Coffer, Scottish, Oak, Chest, Window Seat, Georgian

Name: Large Antique Four Panel Coffer, Scottish, Oak, Chest, Window Seat, Georgian
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA991916
Availability: SoldOut

18th century

Sold by London Fine Antiques

Description

This is a large antique four panel coffer. A Scottish, oak chest or window seat, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1750.

Superb Scottish example from the George II period

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout

Quality Scottish oak presents fine grain interest and wisps of medullary rays

Graced with caramel and chestnut hues beneath the wax polish finish

Stout lid opens upon internal strap hinges

Wide, generous interior replete with candle box

Fascinating lock escutcheon with amazing period lock and clasp mechanism — key absent

Skilfully carved panels adorn the lid and front fascia

Four bevelled shields accentuate the lid, ideal for use as a window seat

Distinctive front fascia carved with Saltire motif, the rear finished with bevelled lozenges

Raised prominently upon wide, block feet to each corner

This is an appealing antique four panel coffer, of generous proportion and fascinating age. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 137.5cm (54.25'')

Max Depth: 54cm (21.25'')

Max Height: 62.5cm (24.5'')

Interior Width: 127.5cm (50.25'')

Interior Depth: 45.5cm (18'')

Interior Height: 48cm (19'')

Candle Box Width: 8.5cm (3.25'')

Candle Box Depth: 40.5cm (16'')

Candle Box Height: 10.5cm (4.25'')

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Physical Dimensions

Height

62.5cm (24.61")

Width

137.5cm (54.13")

Depth

54cm (21.26")

Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA991916

Dealers Internal Reference

18.8127

Dealers Notes

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Description

This is a large antique four panel coffer. A Scottish, oak chest or window seat, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1750.

Superb Scottish example from the George II period

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout

fig 1. Large Antique Four Panel Coffer, Scottish, Oak, Chest, Window Seat, Georgian

Quality Scottish oak presents fine grain interest and wisps of medullary rays

Graced with caramel and chestnut hues beneath the wax polish finish

Stout lid opens upon internal strap hinges

Wide, generous interior replete with candle box

fig 2. Large Antique Four Panel Coffer, Scottish, Oak, Chest, Window Seat, Georgian

Fascinating lock escutcheon with amazing period lock and clasp mechanism — key absent

Skilfully carved panels adorn the lid and front fascia

Four bevelled shields accentuate the lid, ideal for use as a window seat

fig 3. Large Antique Four Panel Coffer, Scottish, Oak, Chest, Window Seat, Georgian

Distinctive front fascia carved with Saltire motif, the rear finished with bevelled lozenges

Raised prominently upon wide, block feet to each corner

This is an appealing antique four panel coffer, of generous proportion and fascinating age. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.