An elegant carved coffer with two drawers

Jan & John Maggs

Antiques and Art

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An exceptional piece with carved frieze and panels and applied mouldings on its two drawers. The frieze consists of two rectangular carvings, each with a serpent facing outward and a bunch of grapes, with their leaves. Between the carvings is an iron escutcheon, beneath which are the initials “M E”.

Each of the three panels embedded in the face contains several tulips in an elaborate floral field. Each of the four vertical elements of the face contains an indented rectangle in which there is an applied, pyramidal boss.

Beneath the trio of panels are two large drawers, each with a pair of turned knobs and a raised field articulated by attractively mitered shaped mouldings. The sides are joined as well, and the frame is boldly decorated with a moulding plane. Inside, the original till and its cover are still in place. The back was constructed of five panels, which were roughly planed. Just above the floor the coffer was finished with a bold cove moulding.

The original hinges have been replaced with small strap hinges. The original two-board lid has been reinforced on its underside. The original lock is missing.

Excellent color and surface

Recently deaccessioned from our personal collection

English, ca. 1660

Length: 53 ¾”; depth: 22 ½”; Height: 32 ¾”

Price: $1350

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Inventory #26624

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