Coffers & Trunks

United Kingdom. Circa 1850.

Welsh sailor's sea chest with canted sides.  Painted red chest has black canvas top embossed with brass studs forming anchors to the corners.  Carved Becket handle supports bearing inset carved stars with rope handles; black wrap around plinth to base.  Original blue interior with traces of travel stamps.

England. Circa 1720.

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This is 18th century coffer displays intricate carving on its exterior panels, including two coats of arms on the front panels.  It has been outfitted with myriad trays for silver storage. Two drawers with brass lion's head ring pulls at the base provide additional storage.

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