An Usual Quadruple-Lock Mid 17th-Century Charles II Period, English Antique Oak Boarded Box

A mid 17th-century English antique oak boarded box of six-plank construction, circa 1660.

With a one-piece plank lid and, unusually, four iron lockplates/locks mounted above the carved initials ‘RS’ and “AE”.

This is a rare box given the number of lockplates. It would look good in any setting.

Provenance – Unknown.

Condition – Please refer to the images. There is minor surface wear commensurate with age. The locks no longer function. A further detailed condition report is available upon request.

Size – Height 20.5 cm / 8 ” x Width 72 cm / 28 1⁄2″ x Depth 38 cm / 15 “