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Lancashire Mule Chest / Mule Chest

18th century
Sold 15 March 2025 · Athey Antiques
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Description

Very handsome large 18th century Lancashire mule chest / mule chest.

The lidded top opening to a deep storage well with an arrangement of drawers below, all with mahogany crossbanding and brass handles, the top two being dummies, the other five all opening to oak lined interiors, canted corners and raised on ogee feet.

With normal signs of wear and tear commensurate with age, overall this imposing chest is in good, sound condition, it is very heavy and solidly constructed with a fabulous colour and patina.

Please contact us for further details.

Reasonably priced delivery available.

Height 41" 105 cm

Length 68.5" 174 cm

Depth 22" 56 cm

all sizes approximate

Date of Manufacture

Athey Antiques has dated this Antique Lancashire Mule Chest to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
105cm (41.34")
Width
174cm (68.50")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Reference Numbers
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SA1046040
Dealers Internal Reference
ath3584
Description
Very handsome large 18th century Lancashire mule chest / mule chest.

The lidded top opening to a deep storage well with an arrangement of drawers below, all with mahogany crossbanding and brass handles, the top two being dummies, the other five all opening to oak lined interiors, canted corners and raised on ogee feet.

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With normal signs of wear and tear commensurate with age, overall this imposing chest is in good, sound condition, it is very heavy and solidly constructed with a fabulous colour and patina.
Athey Antiques

Please contact us for further details.

Reasonably priced delivery available.

Height 41" 105 cm

Length 68.5" 174 cm

Depth 22" 56 cm

all sizes approximate

Date of Manufacture

Athey Antiques has dated this Antique Lancashire Mule Chest to the 18th Century.

Height
105cm (41.34")
Width
174cm (68.50")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1046040
Dealers Internal Ref
ath3584
Athey Antiques
Athey Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2010
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Athey Antiques Profile Page

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A dark wooden Lancashire mule chest featuring multiple lower drawers with brass drop handles and a low raised backboard. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A dark wooden Lancashire mule chest featuring multiple lower drawers with brass drop handles and a low raised backboard. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Lancashire Mule Chest / Mule Chest

Archive II A dark wooden Lancashire mule chest featuring multiple lower drawers with brass drop handles and a low raised backboard. View II
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Archive V A dark wooden Lancashire mule chest featuring multiple lower drawers with brass drop handles and a low raised backboard. View V
Archive VI A dark wooden Lancashire mule chest featuring multiple lower drawers with brass drop handles and a low raised backboard. View VI
Archive VII A dark wooden Lancashire mule chest featuring multiple lower drawers with brass drop handles and a low raised backboard. View VII
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Archive IX A dark wooden Lancashire mule chest featuring multiple lower drawers with brass drop handles and a low raised backboard. View IX
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Athey Antiques

Athey Antiques
Telephone 01665 604229 or 07836 718350
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Castle Corner
Alnwick
Northumberland
NE66 1JQ
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/athey
Verified Since Dec 2010
Items For Sale 120
Items Sold 2,098
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A dark wooden Lancashire mule chest featuring multiple lower drawers with brass drop handles and a low raised backboard.
Lancashire mule chest / mule chest
Ref: SA1046040
A dark wooden Lancashire mule chest featuring multiple lower drawers with brass drop handles and a low raised backboard.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectStorage Chests
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialOak, Mahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsPanelled front, Brass drop handles, Multiple lower drawers, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 105 cm (41 in) x W 174 cm (69 in) x D 56 cm (22 in)

FAQs

A Lancashire mule chest is a traditional English storage item originating in the 18th century, characterised by a lift-up lid for a blanket box combined with one or more rows of working drawers beneath.

These pieces were predominantly constructed from solid native hardwoods such as oak and mahogany, often featuring secondary woods like pine for internal drawer linings and back panels.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate construction methods such as hand-cut dovetails on the drawers, pegged joints, traditional timber shrinkage, and original brass or iron hardware.

An antique chest adds historical warmth and practical storage to contemporary spaces, functioning effectively as a focal point in a living room, hallway, or bedroom.

Maintain the timber by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, and treat the surface periodically with traditional beeswax to nourish the wood and preserve the patina.
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