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Carved Chest
Midwinter Antiques
for sale €2,334     $2,534
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Carved Chest

19th century
Description

A most unusual INDONESIAN 19th century oriental hardwood, intricately carved chest/trunk with a fitted interior and hidden compartments. It has carved figures representing both Eastern and Western influence. Wonderful fluid carving with angels, birds and foliate design.

A highly decorative and practical piece.

Physical Dimensions
Height
55cm (21.65")
Width
92cm (36.22")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Declaration

Midwinter Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Coffer Chest to the 19th Century.

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SA998449
Dealers Internal Reference
Indonesian trunk ff?
Description
A most unusual INDONESIAN 19th century oriental hardwood, intricately carved chest/trunk with a fitted interior and hidden compartments. It has carved figures representing both Eastern and Western influence. Wonderful fluid carving with angels, birds and foliate design.

A highly decorative and practical piece.

Height
55cm (21.65")
Width
92cm (36.22")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Date of Manufacture

Midwinter Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Coffer Chest to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA998449
Dealers Internal Ref
Indonesian trunk ff?
Midwinter Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2019
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A rectangular dark wood coffer featuring intricate high-relief carvings of foliate patterns and bird figures across the top and side panels.
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Archive I A rectangular dark wood coffer featuring intricate high-relief carvings of foliate patterns and bird figures across the top and side panels.

Carved Chest

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Archive III A rectangular dark wood coffer featuring intricate high-relief carvings of foliate patterns and bird figures across the top and side panels. View III
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Archive VI A rectangular dark wood coffer featuring intricate high-relief carvings of foliate patterns and bird figures across the top and side panels. View VI
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Midwinter Antiques
Telephone 01630 672289 or 07972 703005
Location
Shropshire
United Kingdom

Near the triple border of counties
Shropshire/Staffordshire/Cheshire
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A rectangular dark wood coffer featuring intricate high-relief carvings of foliate patterns and bird figures across the top and side panels.
Carved chest
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A rectangular dark wood coffer featuring intricate high-relief carvings of foliate patterns and bird figures across the top and side panels.
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A coffer is a wooden storage chest with a hinged lid, historically used to secure valuables, textiles, and household linens. Dating back to medieval times, these versatile furniture pieces evolved from simple boarded boxes to elaborately carved status symbols.

Traditional coffers were primarily constructed from dense hardwoods such as oak, walnut, teak, or mahogany. Construction typically features mortise and tenon joinery, hand-planed panels, and deep relief carving executed with chisels and gouges.

Authentic period coffers display signs of hand-craftsmanship, such as irregular dovetail or peg joints, hand-carved motifs with subtle variations, and natural wear around handles, hinges, and base rails. Original iron lock mechanisms and aged patina in deep relief areas also indicate authenticity.

A carved coffer can serve as a functional statement piece at the foot of a bed, beneath a hallway window, or as a coffee table in a living room. Combining dark carved timber with neutral upholstery and contemporary lighting creates a balanced contrast between historical texture and modern minimalism.

Maintain carved timber by dusting regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and applying a natural beeswax polish twice yearly to nourish the wood. Avoid placing the chest near direct heat sources or in damp environments to prevent cracking, warping, or finish deterioration.
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