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17th Century William and Mary Leather Chest

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Late 17th century 1680- 1700 , lovely deeply patinated leather exterior , created through centuries of polishing , handling and use , unpolished original patinated exterior metalwork, the interior still retaining its marbled lined paper .

Brass studded design stylised floral and swirled design with stylised grapes to the front panel, the original owners initials R G to the top.

Of handmade nailed construction , the bottom with front to back boards nailed up into the front and back. Underneath the bottom, along the front, back and sides the original battens forming a sledge to protect the chest during transportation , slightly curved lid originally designed to let rain water run off during transportation

, Iron carrying handles , the original owners initials R G to the top.

During the 17th century these chests were designed for the storage and transportation of treasured goods by stagecoach such as clothing, medical stores , books , musical instruments etc . Covered in high quality leather , making the chest water resistant . The decorative brass studs used for identification purposes with many carrying initials showing the high status of their owner .

W 93cm x H52 cm x D 51cm

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Price
£2800.00  UK
$3481.24  USA
3257.24  EU
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Material Leather Origin English Item code as1029a186 Status For Sale

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Broxbourne
Hertfordshire

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