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Charles II North Country Carved Oak Coffer c.1680

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This is a super quality and primitive Charles II English antique oak coffer attributable to the north of England, dated 1680.

Summary
• Rare / sought after size
• Dated 1680
• Period Charles II
• Provenance North of England, England, UK
• Inscribed “E.B. 1680” below the key
• Wood Solid oak
• Instead panels
• Reeded frame
• Peg construction
• Stunning carvings
• Working lock & key
• Original hand beaten iron loop hinges
• Candle box
• Original top
• Original sides
• Original back
• Original bottom
• Original length style feet
• Superb deep rich oak patina
• 14 days free UK returns policy

This is a super quality and primitive Charles II English antique oak coffer attributable to the north of England, dated 1680. This coffer is has sought after proportions. The front of the coffer features stunning top quality carvings, which are attributable to the north counties of England. This coffer would have been commissioned for a wealthy client who has their initials inscribed “E.B. 1680” on the front of the coffer, below the keyhole. The coffer features a lovely three-inset panel reeded frame with carved inset panels also to the front and side. The coffer features a peg construction method. The lid is connected to the base with the original hand beaten iron loop hinges. Inside, there is the original candle box to the right hand side. There is also a working lock and key with this coffer which locks the top lid onto the base. The coffer sits on its original style feet, which is rare to see. The back of the coffer features the original rough-hewn back and original floor.

The interior is clean, dry and the coffer is practical and useable. The exterior of the coffer boasts a stunning rich oak colour patination. This is an important oak coffer having been around in the days of Charles II, Cromwell’s conquest of Ireland & Scotland and the Great Fire of London. The coffer would be ideal as a storage box in a bedroom in front of a bed.

Customer Service
We offer 100% customer satisfaction through the following services
• Gift wrapping & personalised card service available
• Full money back assurance
• 24 hour telephone
• Worldwide shipping
• Full insurance of items in transit
• Full assembly service
• Packaging removed & recycled

Further Information
If you require any further information or additional photos, please do not hesitate to phone Julian on 07960 738 212 (for international enquiries, please phone 00 44 7960 738 212).

UK Delivery
Delivery to any address in mainland England & Wales is £65. For delivery to Scotland & Ireland, please email for a quote. If you wish to avoid the delivery cost, you can collect the item in person. Delivery will be made by our own specialised antique furniture delivery service, or in some cases we will use a courier service for distant deliveries. We will inform you by email and/or telephone and provide you with full delivery details including when to expect delivery. Delivery times are usually 1-4 weeks (depending on location). We will contact you to arrange the delivery day please ensure you give us a contact number to aid the delivery process. Delivery includes insurance we can assure you that the packaging standard is second to none and will fully protect the item.

Free 14 Days UK Returns & Refunds
A 14-day “no quibble” returns policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you. You will be given a refund excluding the delivery cost as long as the item is returned in the same condition. We only will collect returns using our own specialist furniture delivery company. We will not accept returns via a courier service (due to experience of damaged items in transit). This refund policy only applies to deliveries to the UK.

UK Buyer Payment
For UK buyers, we will accept cash on collection or delivery cheque, credit card, BACS (free bank to bank transfer) or PayPal. Payment is requested within 5 days of the sale.

International Buyers
If you live outside of the UK and you would like to purchase this item please contact us before purchasing the item to obtain a shipping quote and delivery lead-time. You must have a minimum feedback score of 50 to buy this item. Items cannot be returned once shipped outside of the UK. We only accept payment by bank transfer for international purchases. Payment is requested within 10 days of the purchase.

Important information regarding PayPal payment
Having been the victim of PayPal scamming and having money taken from our account for a legitimate transaction with proof of item delivery, we no longer take risks when accepting payments. We only accept payment from fully verified PayPal account holders with confirmed addresses only. Items will only be sent to the confirmed address registered in PayPal. If you purchase an item and your address is not confirmed, your payment will be refunded and the purchase cancelled. It only takes a few moments to verify and confirm your PayPal details.

About the Seller
This item is being sold by Yolanda Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA (the UK’s largest Trade Association of Professional Art and Antique Dealers) and CINOA.

Yolanda Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 35 years. Yolanda Gray has a special interest in Colonial antique furniture, specifically Colonial Four Poster Beds. Yolanda Gray also provides a variety of fine English Antique Furniture, Art and Fabrics to clients in the UK, Europe and further afield.

Please visit the Yolanda Gray antiques website for further products and information.


Price
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 Delivery to any address in mainland England & Wales is £65
 
DimensionsDimensions Height 68.2cm or 2ft 2¾” Width 143.5cm or 4ft 8½” Depth 58.2cm or 1ft 11” Category Antique Furniture Date 1680  Restoration Antiques Material Oak Origin English Condition The frame of the coffer is original featuring the original floor, top, sides and back. The coffer stands on the original style feet, which is very rare to see. The working lock and key are very old replacements. The iron hand beaten loop hinges are also original. There are no splits to the top or sides of the coffer. The interior is clean, dry and the coffer is practical and useable. The coffer is free of active woodworm, solid in joint and ready to use. Considering the age of this early coffer, it is in very good condition and does not detract from its attractive appeal. Item code as236a405 / Coffer 16 Status Sold

SellerYola Gray Antiques

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Yola Gray AntiquesUnit 4, Organsdale Farm
Kelsall,
Tarporley
Cheshire
CW6 0SR

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Charles II North Country Carved Oak Coffer c.1680
 
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