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A Rare Chinese Export Example of a Coffre Fort

$3,412.53
£2,500
€2,974.33
CA$4,787.25
A$4,791.38
CHF 2,799.57
MX$58,743.92
NOK 32,177.94
SEK 33,542.48
DKK 22,233.97

About the Item

An 18th-century burr elm and metal strap mounted coffre fort made in China for the export market. The metal work with some finely engraved details, the lid opens to reveal several compartments, and like the European versions, it has two bolts to fasten it down to the wooden floorboards whilst traveling.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.88 in (20 cm)Width: 18.51 in (47 cm)Depth: 11.23 in (28.5 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1750
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Lincolnshire, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: SKU000014081stDibs: LU917649445922

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