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Very Rare 15th C. Medieval English Carved Solid Oak Dowry Coffer with Drawer

About the Item

Exquisitely carved and well preserved Medieval England dowry coffer. Remarkable decorative "palm-arched" reliefs on the facade echo the design on the drawer at base (a rare feature). Peg work joinery and a lovely hand tooled zigzag motif trailing the subtle edges make this a conversation piece to behold not to mention a once esteemed dowry chest from a time when prized possessions were housed in these. Light bow on the lid suggests it probably doubled up as a bench simultaneously. The hinges show signs of having been upgraded at some point in its' long life but even they appear to be at least a few hundred years old. The oak has beautifully patinated to a dark hue over time. All in all a stunning piece of well preserved history with a lot of story, life and character yet to offer.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28 in (71.12 cm)Width: 47 in (119.38 cm)Depth: 19.5 in (49.53 cm)
  • Style:
    Medieval (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Oak,Hand-Carved
  • Place of Origin:
    England
  • Period:
    15th Century and Earlier
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1500s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Vancouver, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5099227525552
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