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George I Oak Panelled Front Six Plank Coffer
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George I Oak Panelled Front Six Plank Coffer

18th century
Sold 23 August 2025 · Sturmans Antiques
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A George I oak six plank coffer with carved panelled front and superb original patina c.1710. Hand sawn heavy six plank construction with moulded frame three panel front and arcaded carved top rail with original engraved brass escutcheon. Cut outs to the sides forming part of the foot with single plank side and hinged top. The top opening to reveal a clean interior with removeable candle tray to the side. Superb rich colour and original patina, presented in excellent condition. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 38" wide x 15" deep x 25" high.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
63.5cm (25.00")
Width
96.5cm (37.99")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this George I Oak Coffer to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1156141
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number 41746
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A George I oak six plank coffer with carved panelled front and superb original patina c.1710.
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Hand sawn heavy six plank construction with moulded frame three panel front and arcaded carved top rail with original engraved brass escutcheon.
Sturmans Antiques

Cut outs to the sides forming part of the foot with single plank side and hinged top. The top opening to reveal a clean interior with removeable candle tray to the side. Superb rich colour and original patina, presented in excellent condition. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 38" wide x 15" deep x 25" high.

Please contact us with your postcode to obtain a quote for delivery of this item.

Height
63.5cm (25.00")
Width
96.5cm (37.99")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this George I Oak Coffer to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1156141
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 41746
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver

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A rectangular George I oak coffer featuring a hinged top, carved frieze, panelled front, and bracket feet. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A rectangular George I oak coffer featuring a hinged top, carved frieze, panelled front, and bracket feet. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

George I Oak Panelled Front Six Plank Coffer

Archive II A rectangular George I oak coffer featuring a hinged top, carved frieze, panelled front, and bracket feet. View II
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A rectangular George I oak coffer featuring a hinged top, carved frieze, panelled front, and bracket feet.
George I Oak Panelled Front Six Plank Coffer
Ref: SA1156141
A rectangular George I oak coffer featuring a hinged top, carved frieze, panelled front, and bracket feet.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCoffers & Chests
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialOak, Brass
  • ColourMedium Brown
  • MotifsCarved frieze, Panelled front, Brass escutcheon, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 63.5 cm (25 in) x W 96.5 cm (38 in) x D 38 cm (15 in)

FAQs

The George I period, spanning from 1714 to 1727, bridges the transition from heavy baroque forms to simpler, more restrained designs, often featuring solid oak construction and understated carved detailing.

Period coffers were predominantly constructed from solid English oak using pegged mortise and tenon joints, hand-planed boards, and forged iron or brass hardware.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-tool marks, natural oxidisation and patination from age, irregular board thickness, and traditional joinery rather than modern fixings.

An antique oak coffer functions effectively as a textural anchor in modern spaces, serving as a practical coffee table substitute or hallway storage unit that contrasts with clean, minimalist lines.

Preserve antique oak by maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight, and occasionally applying microcrystalline wax to nourish and protect the wood finish.
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