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Henry VIII Oak Coffer
Holmes Antiques
for sale €6,786     $7,366
£5,800

Holmes Antiques

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Henry VIII Oak Coffer

16th century
For Sale by Holmes Antiques
Description

A rare 16th Century Oak Coffer of good colour having linenfold carved panels.

There is a small patch to the centre left panel otherwise in very good condition, retaining all original boards and remarkably the original shaped brackets. The back board and underneath surface are wonderfully dry and untouched just as we like to see. This model is often referred to as a Henry VIII Coffer. Circa 1540

Physical Dimensions
Height
62cm (24.41")
Width
123cm (48.43")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Declaration

Holmes Antiques has dated this Tudor Oak Linenfold Coffer to the 16th Century.

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SA993980
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 rare 16th Century Oak Coffer of good colour having linenfold carved panels.
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There is a small patch to the centre left panel otherwise in very good condition, retaining all original boards and remarkably the original shaped brackets.
Holmes Antiques

The back board and underneath surface are wonderfully dry and untouched just as we like to see. This model is often referred to as a Henry VIII Coffer. Circa 1540

Height
62cm (24.41")
Width
123cm (48.43")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Date of Manufacture

Holmes Antiques has dated this Tudor Oak Linenfold Coffer to the 16th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA993980
Holmes Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2011

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

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A Tudor era dark oak coffer featuring four carved linenfold panels and an iron lockplate on the front facade.
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Archive I A Tudor era dark oak coffer featuring four carved linenfold panels and an iron lockplate on the front facade.

Henry VIII 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 225
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A Tudor era dark oak coffer featuring four carved linenfold panels and an iron lockplate on the front facade.
Henry VIII Oak Coffer
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A Tudor era dark oak coffer featuring four carved linenfold panels and an iron lockplate on the front facade.
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Linenfold coffers originated in the late medieval and Tudor periods across Northern Europe. The distinctive carving motif emulates folded linen cloth, representing wealth and craftsmanship in 15th and 16th-century households.

Early oak coffers were constructed from slow-grown European oak using hand-cut mortise and tenon joints secured with wooden pegs. Front panels were hand-carved, and heavy wrought iron hinges and lockplates were applied for security.

Authentic pieces display signs of hand-planing, irregular peg placement, deep natural oxidisation inside the timber, and original hand-forged ironwork. Carved details like linenfold motifs show subtle variations in tool marks characteristic of manual carving.

An early oak coffer functions as grounded storage in an entryway, hallway, or at the foot of a bed. Its deep wood tones contrast effectively against neutral plaster walls, contemporary linen upholstery, and modern artwork.

Maintain historical timber by applying a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to preserve patination. Keep the coffer away from direct heat sources and maintain stable humidity levels to prevent timber movement or cracking.
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