An Elizabeth I joined oak coffer, circa 1590


The lid with two atypical asymmetrical panels, the front with three deeply carved panels, two of linenfold design and the third central panel carved with guilloche, the base rail and the lower internal edge of the front stiles each with a deep moulded edge, an impressive single-piece back panel, initials 'I B' stamped to front top rail, 106.5cm wide x 51cm deep x 69.5cm high, (41 1/2in wide x 20in deep x 27in high)