Description
Dating to the early mid 19th century this stunning 6 foot long French Normandy box settle is constructed in solid chestnut with an oak back and is in very good all round condition. All joints are constructed with strong traditional mortise and tenon joints with the ends of the settle extending up to form low roll top arms.
The settle has been cleaned and wax polished to show the beautiful grain figuration of this lovely wood.
The lid of the settle is constructed in such a way the hinges are not required and opens and closes with ease.
Commensurate with it's age, there has in the past been a tiny amount of insect attack to the box, but this has been sprayed with a 5 star 20 year treatment..
The box measures;
72 inches wide
19 inches deep
19 inches high to seat.
The cost to deliver this coffer to England, Wales and Scotland (Glasgow-Edinburgh) is £65.00
(please see website for further shipping details)
Alternatively you are welcome to collect from my showroom at any time.
If you would like any further information or would like to view this item, please feel free to give me a call.
We have a large showroom filled with an interesting stock of furniture from all regions of France. As we live on the premises, viewing can be made at any time, but please give me a quick call to make sure I'm here.
Nick.
Internal Ref: M615
Dimensions
Height = 48 cm (19")
Width = 183 cm (72")
Depth = 48 cm (19")
A STUNNING 6 FOOT ANTIQUE FRENCH NORMANDY CHESTNUT TRUNK, BOX, COFFER, SETTLE
Price
SOLD
Item Ref
M615
Description
Dating to the early mid 19th century this stunning 6 foot long French Normandy box settle is constructed in solid chestnut with an oak back and is in very good all round condition. All joints are constructed with strong traditional mortise and tenon joints with the ends of the settle extending up to form low roll top arms.
The settle has been cleaned and wax polished to show the beautiful grain figuration of this lovely wood.
The lid of the settle is constructed in such a way the hinges are not required and opens and closes with ease.
Commensurate with it's age, there has in the past been a tiny amount of insect attack to the box, but this has been sprayed with a 5 star 20 year treatment..
The box measures;
72 inches wide
19 inches deep
19 inches high to seat.
The cost to deliver this coffer to England, Wales and Scotland (Glasgow-Edinburgh) is £65.00
(please see website for further shipping details)
Alternatively you are welcome to collect from my showroom at any time.
If you would like any further information or would like to view this item, please feel free to give me a call.
We have a large showroom filled with an interesting stock of furniture from all regions of France. As we live on the premises, viewing can be made at any time, but please give me a quick call to make sure I'm here.
Nick.
Internal Ref: M615
Dimensions
Height = 48 cm (19")
Width = 183 cm (72")
Depth = 48 cm (19")
This item is SOLD and is no longer available to purchase.