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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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