An interesting 17th century oak chest which has original & later carving and date. Excellent rich colour and patina. Together with two 19th century letter fragments which were found inside the lock that relate to Penistone in South Yorkshire.
English, probably Yorkshire. Dated 1759 but the chest is circa 1650-80
48″ wide x 19″ deep x 28″ high / 1.22cm wide x 48cm deep x 71cm high
£1250.00 Sold
(with old blacksmith repairs)
Two hand written letters were found wedged inside the lock and add to the historical interest of the piece. They refer to the area of Penistone in Yorkshire, but its a mystery as to why the letters were wedged into the lock. One is part of an invitation to tea at Bullhouse Chapel on Saturday 9thJanuary 1886.
