Antique Coffer, 6 Plank Sword Chest, English Oak, 17th Century c.1670 Bartholomew & Fletcher Single half width drawer beneath

Single half width drawer beneath dressed with brass drop handle

carved field panel and would make a great addition to a hallway or fireside

A quality piece of good proportions

in itself is a delightful treen object ‰ÛÒ Skilfully turned from a single blank the flush fitting lid features subtle concentric relief turning terminating in a bobbin knob

The beautifully aged patina is a real charm in this vernacular piece that stands testament to the quality of craftsmanship of artisans around the turn of the century

Antique Coffer, 6 Plank Sword Chest, English Oak, 17th Century c.1670 Bartholomew & Fletcher Single half width drawer beneathOur Stock # LFA 1618 This is an antique coffer, a 6 plank sword chest in English oak dating to the 17th century c. 1670. Classic six board construction English oak with desirable aged patina Raised on extended stiles to the ends Facing board decorated with chip carved ends Quatrefoil lozenges with inner rosette Beneath the lock plate a foliate carved arch Hand crafted cleated nails Original iron lock plate, key absent Strap hinged lid reveals