18th Century Carved Oak Desk Box
A large early 18th century antique boarded oak desk box or bible box with sloping lid, with scrolled carving to the front surrounded by an inlaid band of holly, bog oak and fruitwood, and carving to each end…
This large box is absolutely beautiful. The colour and patina of the oak is lovely, and the carving to the front and sides is well executed. The band of inlaid timber on the front panel consist of holly, bog oak, and (we think) a fruitwood. The central metal lock plate and clasp appear to be original, but there is no key. The hinges are old replacements. Internally there is a candle tray on the right hand side.
This could have been a bible box, though is maybe a little large for that, so I think it more likely it was a desk box or table box for keeping documents in.
Condition: There is a repaired area to the inlay on the left hand side and there are a small amount of historic woodworm holes here and there. As mentioned above the hinges are old replacement. Overall though this is in very good condition.
Dimensions:
Width - 81.5cm
Depth - 51cm
Height - 33cm
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