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Oak Storage / Blanket Box
Non UK callers :
+44 1446 775021
or +44 7711 006399
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A rare Gower Coffor Bach
THE GOWER COFFOR BACH.
During the second half of the 18thc century a small group of carved coffers, quite
unlike anything then produced in Wales was made in Gower, a peninsula stretching some 20 miles to the west of Swansea. It is my belief that both the design and the carved decoration on these coffers were introduced from non -Welsh sources. A likely region being the West Country which traditionally had cultural and commercial ties through sea-borne traffic.
Gower, was, and indeed remains an anglicised part of Wales, following the Norman conquest both Pembrokeshire and Gower were largely divorced from the rest of the country.
For example the dialect of the area was commented upon, in 1696 when a Edward Lluhd commented that ‘wherein doth the English of the vulgar in Pembrokeshire and Gowerland differ from the Western Counties of England. A traveller from the late 18th century was to comment
‘the language of the Gower people was English, the dialect broad and coarse, so that a traveller might fancy himself in the west of England.’
A typical Gower Coffor, now displayed at Kennixton, at the Museum of Welsh Life at St Fagans, although lacking its original lid and drawer linings, it has all the salient features of this group.
People frequently ask if they had a purpose. They are frequently referred to as Dower Chests,
it is a possibility that they may have been used as part of a dowry. but it is possible that they
were a receptacle for private treasures things not intended for prying eyes, letters, antique jewellery, even a bible or prayer book .
Anything that was personal, in an age when servants could be light fingered or just plain nosy.
A box for treasures.
We are thrilled to have acquired an excellent example of a Gower Coffor Bach.
these coffers have a wonderful folky exhuberance.
(See page 73, illustration 767 in Welsh Furniture 1250-1950, Vol Two by Richard Bebb.) for a very similar box.
59cms wide x 31cms deep x 33.5 high
Havard & Havard are committed to holding high standards of practice and thus enable you to have complete confidence in your purchases.
DISTANCE SELLING REGULATIONS
All items purchased from Havard & Havard are covered under the Distance Selling Regulations, which give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 7 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less RETURN transport costs.
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Havard And Havard
59 Eastgate
Cowbridge
Vale of Glamorgan
South Wales
CF71 7EL
Tel : 01446 775021
or : 07711 006399
Non UK callers : +44 1446 775021 or +44 7711 006399
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During the second half of the 18thc century a small group of carved coffers, quite
unlike anything then produced in Wales was made in Gower, a peninsula stretching some 20 miles to the west of Swansea. It is my belief that both the design and the carved decoration on these coffers were introduced from non -Welsh sources. A likely region being the West Country which traditionally had cultural and commercial ties through sea-borne traffic.
Gower, was, and indeed remains an anglicised part of Wales, following the Norman conquest both Pembrokeshire and Gower were largely divorced from the rest of the country.
For example the dialect of the area was commented upon, in 1696 when a Edward Lluhd commented that ‘wherein doth the English of the vulgar in Pembrokeshire and Gowerland differ from the Western Counties of England. A traveller from the late 18th century was to comment
‘the language of the Gower people was English, the dialect broad and coarse, so that a traveller might fancy himself in the west of England.’
A typical Gower Coffor, now displayed at Kennixton, at the Museum of Welsh Life at St Fagans, although lacking its original lid and drawer linings, it has all the salient features of this group.
People frequently ask if they had a purpose. They are frequently referred to as Dower Chests,
it is a possibility that they may have been used as part of a dowry. but it is possible that they
were a receptacle for private treasures things not intended for prying eyes, letters, antique jewellery, even a bible or prayer book .
Anything that was personal, in an age when servants could be light fingered or just plain nosy.
A box for treasures.
We are thrilled to have acquired an excellent example of a Gower Coffor Bach.
these coffers have a wonderful folky exhuberance.
(See page 73, illustration 767 in Welsh Furniture 1250-1950, Vol Two by Richard Bebb.) for a very similar box.
59cms wide x 31cms deep x 33.5 high
Havard & Havard are committed to holding high standards of practice and thus enable you to have complete confidence in your purchases.
DISTANCE SELLING REGULATIONS
All items purchased from Havard & Havard are covered under the Distance Selling Regulations, which give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 7 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less RETURN transport costs.
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 5/DEC/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer.
Category Antique Furniture
Date 1750
18th Century Antiques Material Oak
Origin Welsh
Item code as096a562
Status Sold
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Any additional local taxes and surcharges applied when the item arrives at its destination are payable by the customer.
For Europe and International deliveries, we only work with reputable and trusted shipping handlers and couriers who we know will deliver items safely to your home and will offer a competitive and fair price.
If using a delivery company of your own choice, please ensure that they are experienced at moving antique furniture and are covered by insurance.
INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMERS PLEASE NOTE -
For customers purchasing from outside mainland UK, shipping costs are given as an estimate only. We endeavour to give the most accurate price, but in some cases, shipping can incur additional charges, such as import duties. As such we will contact all international customers by either e-mail or telephone, when an order is placed to clarify delivery quotes.
Any additional local taxes and surcharges applied when the item arrives at its destination are payable by the customer.
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PRICES
Prices are as set out on the website, we reserve the right to alter prices at any time. It may be necessary to change prices either up or down, from time to time. Any price changes will be confirmed to you at the time of ordering.
RETURNS
In the rare case that you wish to return an item, we need notification within 48 hours of delivery. We will then refund the cost of the item back to you in full, less transport costs involved. The item must then be delivered back to our showroom within 14 days in the exact same condition as it left us.
STORAGE
Should an item not be ready for immediate delivery, we are able to hold stock at our shop in Cowbridge. Items may be subject to a storage fee where applicable.
Prices are as set out on the website, we reserve the right to alter prices at any time. It may be necessary to change prices either up or down, from time to time. Any price changes will be confirmed to you at the time of ordering.
RETURNS
In the rare case that you wish to return an item, we need notification within 48 hours of delivery. We will then refund the cost of the item back to you in full, less transport costs involved. The item must then be delivered back to our showroom within 14 days in the exact same condition as it left us.
STORAGE
Should an item not be ready for immediate delivery, we are able to hold stock at our shop in Cowbridge. Items may be subject to a storage fee where applicable.
View all stock from
Havard And Havard
59 EastgateCowbridge
Vale of Glamorgan
South Wales
CF71 7EL
Tel : 01446 775021
or : 07711 006399
Non UK callers : +44 1446 775021 or +44 7711 006399
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