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Portable mid‑20th‑century coffer from Portugal, crafted in solid Madeira wood with brass fittings, dating to 1940–1950 in an antique style, with a single hollow compartment and good structural condition showing expected signs of wear.
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Portable coffer from the mid-20th century, colonial-inspired.
Single hollowed compartment in solid wood, ideal for storing documents, books, or valuable objects. Metal hinges fixed with screws.
Top and front panels veneered with brass slats driven with nails (as seen on the exterior), simulating the structure of the grand Oriental dowry chests.
Upper mechanical lock with articulated metal tongue and a recessed escutcheon on the front face.
Good structural condition. Shows normal signs of use, patina, and slight wear to the wood consistent with the piece’s age.
Seller's Story
Antiques are my great passion; all the items I have on auction were found at antique fairs and antique shops mainly from the Lisbon area, but also from the rest of Portugal, a country with a centuries-old history and many fabulous pieces and objects from this long journey, which I present here for auction. Only pieces of good quality, distinctly original, and obviously beautiful. Guarantee of quality and great care in the shipping of the items. Thank you.
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Portable coffer from the mid-20th century, colonial-inspired.
Single hollowed compartment in solid wood, ideal for storing documents, books, or valuable objects. Metal hinges fixed with screws.
Top and front panels veneered with brass slats driven with nails (as seen on the exterior), simulating the structure of the grand Oriental dowry chests.
Upper mechanical lock with articulated metal tongue and a recessed escutcheon on the front face.
Good structural condition. Shows normal signs of use, patina, and slight wear to the wood consistent with the piece’s age.
Seller's Story
Antiques are my great passion; all the items I have on auction were found at antique fairs and antique shops mainly from the Lisbon area, but also from the rest of Portugal, a country with a centuries-old history and many fabulous pieces and objects from this long journey, which I present here for auction. Only pieces of good quality, distinctly original, and obviously beautiful. Guarantee of quality and great care in the shipping of the items. Thank you.
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Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
No reserve price!
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Portugal
Material
Brass, Wood
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
12.5 cm
Width
24 cm
Depth
19 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950
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