Late 18th Century Elm Coffer Book Sets

Late 18th Century Elm Coffer Book SetsAn absolutely charming late 18th century elm coffer with chip carved decoration to each side, brass escutcheon and iron hinges. The coffer is formed of unusually slim planks, giving a larger interior compartment and is of wonderful smaller proportions making it the perfect option for practical storage in a limited space, or for use as a coffee or side table. The wood has a great colour and grain throughout. The lid section of the lock is a little

A large pair of substantial fibreglass plinths in the neoclasscial taste

There are some scuffs and scratches commensurate with age but overall the tray remains in a remarkably good condition throughout

The collected works of Henry Hallam complete in 8 volumes

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The plaque is signed 'SM' to the lower right

'Decanter 2' has some small nibbles around the 'bubble' design recess and a small chip to the underside (please see photographs)

Weight: 78 grams

'The Flower Garden'

The frame has some minor losses commensurate with age but remains attractive

Additionally

Each glass has a finely decorated gilt foliate design to the bowl with a gilt rim

fully bound in tan calf leather with red leather title panels to the spine with gilt decoration and five raised bands