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Victorian Gothic English Oak Alms or Offertory Box
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Victorian Gothic English Oak Alms or Offertory Box

19th century
Sold 10 December 2024 · Vicky Thomas Antiques
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Description

This is a really striking and impressive free-standing English oak church alms or offertory box. The wood glows with a rich dark patina, and is encased in spiked iron bands with a heavy  iron front latch.

Whilst Victorian Gothic, the box has the appearance of something from the medieval era, with its protective spikes giving a fortified appearance.

The box stands 90cm high, and is 23cm by 20cm wide on top. It is in a good used condition, incredibly strong and sturdy with fabulous aged colour, and with the knocks, wear and patina of standing guard in a church for well over a hundred years.

Please see the photographs to see the full condition and don't hesitate to contact me if I can provide any further information.

The box weighs approximately 15kg, so shipping or a courier is probably the best method of transportation.

Physical Dimensions
Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Declaration

Vicky Thomas Antiques has dated this Victorian Oak Alms Box to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA874917
Description
This is a really striking and impressive free-standing English oak church alms or offertory box.
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The wood glows with a rich dark patina, and is encased in spiked iron bands with a heavy  iron front latch.
Vicky Thomas Antiques
fig 1. An upright antique wooden alms box crafted from dark oak features heavy black iron strapwork, decorative hinges, and a tapered columnar base.
fig 1. Victorian Gothic English Oak Alms or Offertory Box

Whilst Victorian Gothic, the box has the appearance of something from the medieval era, with its protective spikes giving a fortified appearance.

The box stands 90cm high, and is 23cm by 20cm wide on top. It is in a good used condition, incredibly strong and sturdy with fabulous aged colour, and with the knocks, wear and patina of standing guard in a church for well over a hundred years.

fig 2. An upright antique wooden alms box crafted from dark oak features heavy black iron strapwork, decorative hinges, and a tapered columnar base.
fig 2. Victorian Gothic English Oak Alms or Offertory Box

Please see the photographs to see the full condition and don't hesitate to contact me if I can provide any further information.

The box weighs approximately 15kg, so shipping or a courier is probably the best method of transportation.

Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Date of Manufacture

Vicky Thomas Antiques has dated this Victorian Oak Alms Box to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA874917
Vicky Thomas Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2022
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An upright antique wooden alms box crafted from dark oak features heavy black iron strapwork, decorative hinges, and a tapered columnar base.
VICTORIAN GOTHIC ENGLISH OAK ALMS or OFFERTORY BOX
Ref: SA874917
An upright antique wooden alms box crafted from dark oak features heavy black iron strapwork, decorative hinges, and a tapered columnar base.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDecorative Objects
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialOak, Wrought Iron
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsWrought iron strapwork, Hinged lid, Tapered pedestal base, Clout nails
  • SizeH 90 cm (35 in) x W 23 cm (9 in) x D 20 cm (8 in)

FAQs

The Gothic Revival movement emerged during the mid-19th century, drawing heavy inspiration from medieval architecture, pointed arches, and robust ironwork found in historic churches.

These items were predominantly constructed from heavy English oak, joined using traditional methods and reinforced with hand-hammered iron strapwork, hinges, and clout nails for maximum security.

Authenticity is determined by examining the patination of the wood, hand-forged ironwork details, tool marks, and construction wear consistent with 19th-century workshop practices.

Such pieces serve as striking sculptural focal points in a hallway or study, contrasting sharply with contemporary minimalism through their rich textures and historic narrative.

Preservation involves maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight, and occasionally applying microcrystalline wax to protect the bare wood and inhibit metal oxidation.
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