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Antique Linen Chest, English, Carved Oak, Coffer, Bay Window Seat, William III
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Antique Linen Chest, English, Carved Oak, Coffer, Bay Window Seat, William III

18th century
Description

This is an antique linen chest. An English, carved oak three panel coffer or bay window seat, dating to the William III period, circa 1700.

Fascinating early 18th century chest with appealing English heritage

Displays a desirable aged patina, in good original order throughout

Select oaks stocks present fine grain interest and warm caramel hues

Ideal form for use within a bay window as a distinctive seat base

Wide top opens upon pin hinges and rests upon the candle box lid

The candle box to the left side a charming period feature

Generous internal storage useful for blankets, cushions or other storage

Fascia arranged as a trio of field panels with appealing foliate medallion in relief

Carved pattern across the fascia top with a repeating oval motif

Replete with cast iron lock escutcheon — untested, key absent

The whole standing upon a quartet of bracket feet

This is a superb antique line chest, a wonderful William III period example with fine craftsmanship and light ageing from gentle use. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 135.5cm (53.25'')

Max Depth: 47.5cm (18.75'')

Max Height: 62cm (24.5'')

Candle Box Width: 9.5cm (3.75'')

Candle Box Depth: 41cm (16.25'')

Candle Box Height: 5cm (2'')

Internal Width: 102cm (40.25'')

Internal Depth: 41cm (16.25'')

Internal Height: 40cm (15.75'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
62cm (24.41")
Width
135.5cm (53.35")
Depth
47.5cm (18.70")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Carved Oak Coffer to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1191494
Dealers Internal Reference
25764
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Description
This is an antique linen chest.
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An English, carved oak three panel coffer or bay window seat, dating to the William III period, circa 1700.
London Fine Antiques

Fascinating early 18th century chest with appealing English heritage

fig 1. A dark carved oak coffer featuring three carved floral roundel panels across the front and a flat hinged lid.
fig 1. Antique Linen Chest, English, Carved Oak, Coffer, Bay Window Seat, William III

Displays a desirable aged patina, in good original order throughout

Select oaks stocks present fine grain interest and warm caramel hues

Ideal form for use within a bay window as a distinctive seat base

fig 2. A dark carved oak coffer featuring three carved floral roundel panels across the front and a flat hinged lid.
fig 2. Antique Linen Chest, English, Carved Oak, Coffer, Bay Window Seat, William III

Wide top opens upon pin hinges and rests upon the candle box lid

The candle box to the left side a charming period feature

Generous internal storage useful for blankets, cushions or other storage

Fascia arranged as a trio of field panels with appealing foliate medallion in relief

fig 3. A dark carved oak coffer featuring three carved floral roundel panels across the front and a flat hinged lid.
fig 3. Antique Linen Chest, English, Carved Oak, Coffer, Bay Window Seat, William III

Carved pattern across the fascia top with a repeating oval motif

Replete with cast iron lock escutcheon — untested, key absent

The whole standing upon a quartet of bracket feet

This is a superb antique line chest, a wonderful William III period example with fine craftsmanship and light ageing from gentle use. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

fig 4. A dark carved oak coffer featuring three carved floral roundel panels across the front and a flat hinged lid.
fig 4. Antique Linen Chest, English, Carved Oak, Coffer, Bay Window Seat, William III

Dimensions:

Max Width: 135.5cm (53.25'')

Max Depth: 47.5cm (18.75'')

Max Height: 62cm (24.5'')

Candle Box Width: 9.5cm (3.75'')

Candle Box Depth: 41cm (16.25'')

Candle Box Height: 5cm (2'')

Internal Width: 102cm (40.25'')

Internal Depth: 41cm (16.25'')

Internal Height: 40cm (15.75'')

Height
62cm (24.41")
Width
135.5cm (53.35")
Depth
47.5cm (18.70")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Carved Oak Coffer to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1191494
Dealers Internal Ref
25764
London Fine Antiques
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A dark carved oak coffer featuring three carved floral roundel panels across the front and a flat hinged lid.
Antique Linen Chest, English, Carved Oak, Coffer, Bay Window Seat, William III
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  • ObjectCoffers & Chests
  • Period18th century
  • StyleWilliam III
  • MaterialOak, Iron
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsCarved rosettes, Guilloche frieze, Panelled front, Stile feet
  • SizeH 62 cm (24 in) x W 135.5 cm (53 in) x D 47.5 cm (19 in)

This antique English linen chest dates to the William III period of the early 18th century. Constructed from oak in a dark brown tone with warm caramel hues, the coffer features a flat hinged lid above a three-panelled front carved with foliate medallions in relief, a repeating oval guilloche frieze, and a cast iron lock escutcheon with no key. The structure stands upon a quartet of stile feet, displaying an aged patina with light wear from gentle use and visible fine grain interest across the select timber stocks. Measuring 62 cm high, 135.5 cm wide, and 47.5 cm deep, the generous internal storage compartment includes a candle box on the left side, suitable for holding blankets or cushions. The piece functions effectively in a home as a distinctive seat base placed within a bay window or positioned against a living room wall for everyday storage.

FAQs

Dating from the late 17th century, William III coffers reflect the transition towards refined floral panel carvings and structured frame-and-panel joinery in English furniture design.

These pieces were crafted predominantly from English oak using joinery techniques such as mortise and tenon joints secured with wooden pegs, alongside hand-carved decorative panels.

Authentic period coffers typically exhibit hand-planed timber surfaces, irregular wooden peg ends, authentic iron lock plates, and deep natural patination within the interior cavity.

An antique coffer functions effectively in modern interiors as an entryway bench, a window seat beneath a bay window, or decorative storage positioned at the foot of a bed.

Dust the surface regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a clear beeswax polish annually, keeping the piece away from direct heat sources to prevent timber shrinkage.
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