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A Very Nice 17th Century Document Box in Oak Mb 1695
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A Very Nice 17th Century Document Box in Oak Mb 1695

17th century
Description

A Lovely 17th century Document box in Oak it is totally original carvings, lock plate, and hinges it has the initals MB 1695, the condition is excellent

c 1695

DIMENSIONS

WIDTH 92 CMS

DEPTH 40 CMS

HEIGHT 28 CMS

Date of Manufacture

Wickersley Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Document Box to the 17th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
28cm (11.02")
Width
92cm (36.22")
Depth
40cm (15.75")
Reference Numbers
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SA1053983
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Description
A Lovely 17th century Document box in Oak it is totally original carvings, lock plate, and hinges it has the initals MB 1695, the condition is excellent

c 1695

DIMENSIONS

WIDTH 92 CMS

DEPTH 40 CMS

HEIGHT 28 CMS

Date of Manufacture

Wickersley Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Document Box to the 17th Century.

Height
28cm (11.02")
Width
92cm (36.22")
Depth
40cm (15.75")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1053983
Wickersley Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2011
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Wickersley Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A 17th-century carved dark oak document box with an iron latch, carved initials MB, and date 1695 on the front panel.
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Archive I A 17th-century carved dark oak document box with an iron latch, carved initials MB, and date 1695 on the front panel.

A Very Nice 17th Century Document Box in Oak Mb 1695

Archive II A 17th-century carved dark oak document box with an iron latch, carved initials MB, and date 1695 on the front panel. View II
Archive III A 17th-century carved dark oak document box with an iron latch, carved initials MB, and date 1695 on the front panel. View III
Archive IV A 17th-century carved dark oak document box with an iron latch, carved initials MB, and date 1695 on the front panel. View IV
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Archive IX A 17th-century carved dark oak document box with an iron latch, carved initials MB, and date 1695 on the front panel. View IX
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Wickersley Antiques
Telephone 07802 196 675 or 01142 851 486
Location
Exhibiting and Trading from Hemswell Antique Centre
Caenby Corner
Gainsborough
Lincolnshire
DN21 5TJ
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Jul 2011
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Wickersley Antiques
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A 17th-century carved dark oak document box with an iron latch, carved initials MB, and date 1695 on the front panel.
A Very nice 17th century document box in oak MB 1695
Ref: SA1053983
A 17th-century carved dark oak document box with an iron latch, carved initials MB, and date 1695 on the front panel.
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  • ObjectBoxes & Coffers
  • Period17th century
  • StyleWilliam & Mary
  • MaterialOak, Iron
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsFoliate carving, Carved date and initials, Iron escutcheon, Strap hinges
  • SizeH 28 cm (11 in) x W 92 cm (36 in) x D 40 cm (16 in)

This William and Mary document box originates from the seventeenth century and presents an authentic construction in solid oak with a dark brown timber finish. The rectangular chest has a hinged lid above a front panel decorated with four square recessed panels containing low relief foliate carvings. Between the central panels, hand-carved initials MB sit directly above the date 1695, accompanied by an original heavy iron lock plate and a strap hinge visible on the top edge. The timber shows natural grain variations, patination, and wear consistent with age, alongside pegged joinery details around the corners and mouldings along the base. The piece measures 28 cm high, 92 cm wide, and 40 cm deep, offering compact proportions for practical display in various interior settings. Placed upon a sideboard top or a sturdy desk surface within a gentleman's library or study, the chest functions well for storing letters, documents, and small personal items. The dark oak surfaces and historical markings add traditional character to heritage or period room schemes while providing enclosed storage capability. Daily use involves lifting the top lid via the hinges to access the interior compartment while keeping the exterior lock mechanism intact as a decorative focal point on the front elevation.

FAQs

A 17th-century carved oak document box, frequently referred to as a bible box, is a portable wooden container featuring a hinged lid, historically crafted to secure family Bibles, legal deeds, correspondence, and personal valuables.

These boxes were constructed primarily from thick planks of native English oak joined using wooden pegs or hand-forged iron nails. They feature hand-carved decorative front panels and hand-hammered iron hardware such as lock plates and strap hinges.

Authentic pieces exhibit signs of historical woodworking, including uneven saw marks, peg joinery, and natural shrinkage or oxidisation of the oak timber. Relief carving often incorporates period-appropriate motifs such as guilloche patterns, scrollwork, and carved dates or initials.

A period oak box can be styled as a focal accent on a hall console, sideboard, or large desk to introduce organic texture and historical contrast alongside clean modern architecture.

Preserve the natural patina by keeping the oak piece away from direct heat sources and high humidity. Regular dusting with a soft cloth and occasional applications of beeswax nourish the wood and maintain its surface depth.
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