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Oak & Iron Travelling Trunk Low Countries (c.1730)
Here is a superb quality, rare and completely original antique Low Countries Oak travelling iron strap trunk, circa 1730.
Summary
• Item Travelling Trunk / Coffer
• Circa 1730
• Provenance Low Countries
• Wood Solid oak
• Dome shaped lid
• Original profuse iron work straps & studs
• Original Iron carrying handles
• Original working lock & key
• Original Internal candle box
• Original iron hinges
• Secret storage compartment
• Superb deep rich oak patina
• 14 day free UK returns policy
Here is a superb quality, rare and completely original oak travelling iron strap trunk, circa 1730 from the Low Countries (either Sweden, Holland or Belgium). The trunk features an elegant dome shaped lid, which is decorated with the original profuse hand beaten iron strap work and studs. Likewise, the front, sides and back is also decorated with this original iron strap work. The trunk boasts its original steel side carrying handles. The trunk also boasts its original lock and original working key, which is very rare to see. The trunk opens up to reveal a large practical storage space. The domed lid opens on its original hand beaten iron hinges. On the left hand side on the inside is the original candle box. Below the candle box, is a secret compartment, which is ideal for hiding valuables such as antique jewellery. This style of trunk was designed to sit on the floor. The back of the coffer features the original oak 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.
The trunk has sought after proportions and is ideal for storage space in the household. The trunk would have been commissioned for a wealthy country homeowner.
The trunk features a rich oak mod brown colour. As it boasts the original polish, it has a fantastic colour and patination this can only be achieved through age and years of care and cleaning it has received.
This item would look great in a variety of rooms from the hallway, to the living room or bedroom in front of a bed. It has a beautiful rich light oak patina, which has been generated by the centuries of cleaning and care it has received.
Condition Report
The trunk is excellent original condition. Nominal old use marks to the leading edges and some old wear to the bottom four corners of the trunk, but nothing significant considering the age of the item. The frame of the trunk is completely original featuring the original floor, top, sides, interior and back. The trunk also boasts its original working lock and original key, which is very rare to see. The working iron hand beaten strap hinges and the iron strap work are all original. The interior is clean, dry and the coffer is practical and useable. The trunk is solid in joint and ready to use.
Dimensions
Height = 69cm or 27⅞” or 2ft 3⅞”
Width (body) = 113cm or 44½” or 3ft 8½”
Width (including side handles) = 117cm or 46” or 3ft 10”
Depth = 54cm or 21¼” or 1ft 9¼”
Customer Service
We offer 100% customer satisfaction through the following services
• Full money back assurance
• 24 hour telephone
• Worldwide shipping
• Full insurance of items in transit
• Full assembly service
• Packaging removed & recycled
Further Information
For more information or photographs please email or call us.
Office 01829 458 070
Julian 07960 738 212
Yolanda 07971 882 567
Customers outside the UK should call
Office 00 44 1829 458 070
Julian 00 44 7960 738 212
Yolanda 00 44 7971 882 567
UK Delivery
Delivery to any address in mainland England & Wales is £69. 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 free 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 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 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. Payment must be cleared before the items are collected or delivered.
International Buyers
If you live outside of the UK and you would like to purchase this item, please contact us first before purchasing the item so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time. A returns policy is not available for international buyers. We request payment by bank transfer (we do not accept payment via PayPal or credit card for international purchases). Payment is requested within 10 days of the purchase. Payment must be cleared before the items are collected or delivered.
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. CIONA is the world association of Art & Antique dealer associations. All LAPADA & CINOA members abide by their strict code of practice by adhering to reputable standards of quality, expertise and integrity.
Yolanda Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 40 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 website for further products and information.
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SellerYola Gray Antiques
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Unit 4, Organsdale Farm
Kelsall,
Tarporley
Cheshire
CW6 0SR
Tel : 01829 458 070
Non UK callers : +44 1829 458 070
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Summary
• Item Travelling Trunk / Coffer
• Circa 1730
• Provenance Low Countries
• Wood Solid oak
• Dome shaped lid
• Original profuse iron work straps & studs
• Original Iron carrying handles
• Original working lock & key
• Original Internal candle box
• Original iron hinges
• Secret storage compartment
• Superb deep rich oak patina
• 14 day free UK returns policy
Here is a superb quality, rare and completely original oak travelling iron strap trunk, circa 1730 from the Low Countries (either Sweden, Holland or Belgium). The trunk features an elegant dome shaped lid, which is decorated with the original profuse hand beaten iron strap work and studs. Likewise, the front, sides and back is also decorated with this original iron strap work. The trunk boasts its original steel side carrying handles. The trunk also boasts its original lock and original working key, which is very rare to see. The trunk opens up to reveal a large practical storage space. The domed lid opens on its original hand beaten iron hinges. On the left hand side on the inside is the original candle box. Below the candle box, is a secret compartment, which is ideal for hiding valuables such as antique jewellery. This style of trunk was designed to sit on the floor. The back of the coffer features the original oak 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.
The trunk has sought after proportions and is ideal for storage space in the household. The trunk would have been commissioned for a wealthy country homeowner.
The trunk features a rich oak mod brown colour. As it boasts the original polish, it has a fantastic colour and patination this can only be achieved through age and years of care and cleaning it has received.
This item would look great in a variety of rooms from the hallway, to the living room or bedroom in front of a bed. It has a beautiful rich light oak patina, which has been generated by the centuries of cleaning and care it has received.
Condition Report
The trunk is excellent original condition. Nominal old use marks to the leading edges and some old wear to the bottom four corners of the trunk, but nothing significant considering the age of the item. The frame of the trunk is completely original featuring the original floor, top, sides, interior and back. The trunk also boasts its original working lock and original key, which is very rare to see. The working iron hand beaten strap hinges and the iron strap work are all original. The interior is clean, dry and the coffer is practical and useable. The trunk is solid in joint and ready to use.
Dimensions
Height = 69cm or 27⅞” or 2ft 3⅞”
Width (body) = 113cm or 44½” or 3ft 8½”
Width (including side handles) = 117cm or 46” or 3ft 10”
Depth = 54cm or 21¼” or 1ft 9¼”
Customer Service
We offer 100% customer satisfaction through the following services
• Full money back assurance
• 24 hour telephone
• Worldwide shipping
• Full insurance of items in transit
• Full assembly service
• Packaging removed & recycled
Further Information
For more information or photographs please email or call us.
Office 01829 458 070
Julian 07960 738 212
Yolanda 07971 882 567
Customers outside the UK should call
Office 00 44 1829 458 070
Julian 00 44 7960 738 212
Yolanda 00 44 7971 882 567
UK Delivery
Delivery to any address in mainland England & Wales is £69. 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 free 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 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 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. Payment must be cleared before the items are collected or delivered.
International Buyers
If you live outside of the UK and you would like to purchase this item, please contact us first before purchasing the item so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time. A returns policy is not available for international buyers. We request payment by bank transfer (we do not accept payment via PayPal or credit card for international purchases). Payment is requested within 10 days of the purchase. Payment must be cleared before the items are collected or delivered.
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. CIONA is the world association of Art & Antique dealer associations. All LAPADA & CINOA members abide by their strict code of practice by adhering to reputable standards of quality, expertise and integrity.
Yolanda Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 40 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 website for further products and information.
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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. Delivery to any address in mainland England & Wales is £69.
DimensionsHeight = 69cm or 27⅞” or 2ft 3⅞”
Width (body) = 113cm or 44½” or 3ft 8½”
Width (including side handles) = 117cm or 46” or 3ft 10”
Depth = 54cm or 21¼” or 1ft 9¼”
Category Antique Furniture
Date Circa 1730
Mid 18th Century Antiques Material Oak
Origin European
Condition The trunk is excellent original condition. Nominal old use marks to the leading edges and some old wear to the bottom four corners of the trunk, but nothing significant considering the age of the item. The frame of the trunk is completely original featuring the original floor, top, sides, interior and back. The trunk also boasts its original working lock and original key, which is very rare to see. The working iron hand beaten strap hinges and the iron strap work are all original. The interior is clean, dry and the coffer is practical and useable. The trunk is solid in joint and ready to use.
Item code as236a751 / Trunk 1
Status Sold
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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. Delivery to any address in mainland England & Wales is £69.
View all stock from
Yola Gray Antiques
Unit 4, Organsdale Farm
Kelsall,
Tarporley
Cheshire
CW6 0SR
Tel : 01829 458 070
Non UK callers : +44 1829 458 070
Get directions to Yola Gray Antiques
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