{"product_id":"early-17th-century-english-antique-oak-linenfold-panelled-coffer","title":"Early 17th‑Century English Antique Oak Linenfold Panelled Coffer","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA characterful early \u003cstrong\u003e17th‑century English antique oak coffer\u003c\/strong\u003e, constructed in solid timber with a \u003cstrong\u003esingle one‑piece top\u003c\/strong\u003e and a façade with two plain and \u003cstrong\u003etwo carved\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003edeep linenfold panels\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of the most recognisable decorative motifs of the Tudor and early Stuart periods. Raised on traditional \u003cstrong\u003ecut‑away ends\u003c\/strong\u003e, the coffer has the robust, architectural presence associated with rural joinery of the 1600s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe linenfold pattern, originally inspired by folded parchment, was a hallmark of late‑medieval and early‑modern furniture, prized for its sculptural depth and the way it catches the light. By the 17th century, it remained a favoured motif in provincial workshops, where joiners continued to carve it into chests, cupboards and wall panelling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example has excellent early colour, a time‑softened surface, and the honest wear expected of a working chest that has served for centuries. The proportions are particularly appealing: wide, low and practical, making it ideal for use as a hall seat, blanket chest, or statement storage piece in a period or contemporary interior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance: \u003c\/strong\u003eEngland. Early 17thC. Ex-Fray collection, Grange Hall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oak and iron.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: \u003c\/strong\u003ePlease refer to the images. There is an age-related s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eplit to the top, but it is stable and has been strengthened to the underside with the addition of a supporting baton. The hinges have been replaced historically. There are traces of old worm activity, but this is long since gone and has also been treated as a precautionary measure. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA structurally sound and highly decorative early coffer with authentic period character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 126 cm \/ 49.6 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 59 cm \/ 23.2 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 42 cm \/ 16.5 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holt Antiques at Walsingham Mill ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52971645075798,"sku":"HAF7302","price":1450.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/7462\/5878\/files\/Photoroom-20260330-133342.jpg?v=1774877468","url":"https:\/\/holtantiquefurniture.com\/products\/early-17th-century-english-antique-oak-linenfold-panelled-coffer","provider":"Holt Antiques at Walsingham Mill ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}