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Early 18th Century Carved Oak Coffer

18th century
Sold 22 October 2025 · Penderyn Antiques
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An early 18th century antique carved oak coffer. The oak coffer has a sunken three panel lid, with original hinges, that opens to reveal a spacious interior. The coffer has a three panel front with each panel having decorative carved detail. Raised on stile feet.

Item Ref; M-3811

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DIMENSIONS:

Height – 68.5cm / Width – 125cm / Depth – 61cm

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CONDITION REPORT:

In good antique condition throughout with some signs of age. There is surface wear in places including age-related marks, scratches, and staining to the top surface, front, and sides (pictured). There are losses in places and some honest, historic repairs. The coffer remains structurally sound and retains its original hinges. There is evidence of old historic woodworm - this is long gone and has been fully treated as a precaution. Overall, a good, decorative example.

Our carpenter inspects, repairs, and restores our items, so you can have full confidence that what you buy from us is ready for your home!

We ask that you take the time to look at all the photos as they form part of the description and condition report of the item.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
68.5cm (26.97")
Width
125cm (49.21")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Declaration

Penderyn Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Coffer to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA902003
Dealers Internal Reference
M-3811
Dealers Notes

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DELIVERY INFORMATION:

FREE DELIVERY TO ENGLAND & WALES!

FREE delivery to England & Wales. For Scotland please get in touch for a delivery quote by calling us on 01685 813594.

Timescale: 5-15 working days. You will receive full delivery details once your order has been placed. For Scotland, delivery may take longer than 15 working days. Please note, the courier service is to the external doorstep, the courier will also deliver on their own so you will need to arrange for someone to help your end.

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For deliveries outside of mainland UK (i.e Scottish Highlands and Islands, Northern Ireland, Isle of Wight, Isle of Man, Channel Islands and Scilly Isles) please get in touch for a quote.

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International & European: Please get in touch for a quote.

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Collection: Our shop is based in the village of Penderyn, South Wales, CF44 0TJ.

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In case of return, items must be received back in the same condition as delivered and a collection fee of £85 will apply, this would be deducted from any refund amount.

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ABOUT US:

Hello from the Penderyn Antiques team! We’re friendly and enthusiastic people who deeply care about providing professional and exceptional service to you! We have a vast range of antique furniture online and at our pink chapel antique shop based in the Brecon Beacons National Park, South Wales. Like what you see? Follow us on social media @penderynantiques

Description
An early 18th century antique carved oak coffer.
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The oak coffer has a sunken three panel lid, with original hinges, that opens to reveal a spacious interior.
Penderyn Antiques

The coffer has a three panel front with each panel having decorative carved detail. Raised on stile feet.

fig 1. An early 18th century rectangular oak coffer featuring a hinged lid and front panels carved with geometric lozenges and lunette motifs.
fig 1. Early 18th Century Carved Oak Coffer

Item Ref; M-3811

DIMENSIONS:

Height – 68.5cm / Width – 125cm / Depth – 61cm

CONDITION REPORT:

In good antique condition throughout with some signs of age. There is surface wear in places including age-related marks, scratches, and staining to the top surface, front, and sides (pictured). There are losses in places and some honest, historic repairs. The coffer remains structurally sound and retains its original hinges. There is evidence of old historic woodworm - this is long gone and has been fully treated as a precaution. Overall, a good, decorative example.

fig 2. An early 18th century rectangular oak coffer featuring a hinged lid and front panels carved with geometric lozenges and lunette motifs.
fig 2. Early 18th Century Carved Oak Coffer

Our carpenter inspects, repairs, and restores our items, so you can have full confidence that what you buy from us is ready for your home!

We ask that you take the time to look at all the photos as they form part of the description and condition report of the item.

Height
68.5cm (26.97")
Width
125cm (49.21")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Date of Manufacture

Penderyn Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Coffer to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA902003
Dealers Internal Ref
M-3811
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Early 18th Century Carved Oak Coffer

Archive II An early 18th century rectangular oak coffer featuring a hinged lid and front panels carved with geometric lozenges and lunette motifs. View II
Archive III An early 18th century rectangular oak coffer featuring a hinged lid and front panels carved with geometric lozenges and lunette motifs. View III
Archive IV An early 18th century rectangular oak coffer featuring a hinged lid and front panels carved with geometric lozenges and lunette motifs. View IV
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An early 18th century rectangular oak coffer featuring a hinged lid and front panels carved with geometric lozenges and lunette motifs.
Early 18th Century Carved Oak Coffer
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectStorage Chests
  • Period18th century
  • StyleEarly 18th Century
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsLunette carved frieze, Geometric lozenge panels, Frame and panel construction, Exposed peg joints
  • SizeH 68.5 cm (27 in) x W 125 cm (49 in) x D 61 cm (24 in)

FAQs

Early 18th-century coffers were utilitarian storage units primarily used for holding household valuables, textiles, and documents before fitted wardrobes became commonplace in homes.

These pieces were typically constructed from solid English oak, utilising frame-and-panel construction techniques, pegged joints, and hand-carved detailing executed with gouges and chisels.

Authenticity is identified through hand-cut joinery, pegged tenons, traditional tool marks, period-appropriate timber shrinkage, and genuine oxidisation or patina accumulated over centuries.

An antique oak coffer can be integrated into contemporary spaces by using it as a functional anchor at the foot of a bed, as a hallway storage bench, or as a contrasting coffee table.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight, and occasionally applying microcrystalline wax to nourish and protect the timber surface.
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