Charles II 17th Century Six Plank Oak Coffer / Chest, c.1650 SOLD

Charles II 17th Century Six Plank Oak Coffer / Chest, c.1650 SOLDA charming Charles II 17th century oak six plank coffer of pegged construction, c. 1650. The coffer has a wonderful colour throughout and is very tactile. There is a wood shrinkage split across the front left of the coffer, and an area of warping to rear left joint. The lid has later replacement hinges and opens and closes with ease. The interior has a later candle box. Dimensions Length: 88. 5cm Height: 53cm Depth: 36cm Delivery We use trusted

Height (with stopper): 19

the London import stamp and London date stamp for 1970

printed/published by Henry Frowde

The exterior is unglazed to give the appearance of pastry

A set of four stunning bohemian green and gilt roemer wine glasses by Moser

save one scent bottle which is dated 1939

The oak has a stunning patina throughout and the whole chest remains in a very good clean condition

and there are some paint losses in places commensurate with age (please see photographs)

He studied at the South East Essex Art School and the St

The painting is of large proportions

The lock bears the name 'F

The whole piece sits upon a white marble slab