Antique French Medieval Gothic Carved Oak Chest Coffer 17th Century Panels 1679 Sold The chest having a thumb

The chest having a thumb molded top with three drawers below

It's a very rare condition but does occur occasionally

His name pre-fixed with Cavalier

the chest is raised on four cabriole legs mounted with gilt bronze sabots

Antique French Medieval Gothic Carved Oak Chest Coffer 17th Century Panels 1679 Sold The chest having a thumbA fine antique 17th century French Gothic carved oak lidded chest or coffer, dated 1679. The chest was assembled in the mid 19th century with original carved panels from the 1600s. The 17th century panels showcase the extravagant Gothic style, characterized by dense, quatrefoils and flame like tracery (fenestrage), mimicking early Gothic windows. The chest has a sloped hinged lid with three deeply carved panels, inside is a clean and aroma free area,