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A 17th century hand carved English oak coffer. This Tudor coffer or chest is deeply carved across the front face. The centre panels have swirling foliate panels, with the outer two also matching with diamonds and roundels. There are panelled sides and a hinged panelled lid which has been skillfully repaired at some point. A…
Depth: 66.5cm26.18in
Width: 158.5cm62.4in
Height: 66.5cm26.18in
Weight: 52.5kg115.74lbs
Later hinges to the lid and late boards to the base. Bar along the back added to keep the coffer functioning.
Wear consistent with age and use. Minor Losses, scuffs, and scratches.
Circa 1660
Unknown
Handcarved, Oak, Timber, Wood
England
17th Century
Tudor
A 17th century hand carved English oak coffer.
This Tudor coffer or chest is deeply carved across the front face. The centre panels have swirling foliate panels, with the outer two also matching with diamonds and roundels.
There are panelled sides and a hinged panelled lid which has been skillfully repaired at some point.
A key hole is visible on the face which is no longer present. One can only imagine the treasures this may have held!
| Weight | 52.5 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 66.5 × 158.5 × 66.5 cm |
| Date of Manufacture | Circa 1660 |
| Maker | |
| Material | Handcarved, Oak, Timber, Wood |
| Origin | England |
| Period | 17th Century |
