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Victorian Scumbled Pine Mule Chest
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
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Victorian Scumbled Pine Mule Chest

19th century
Description

Fantastic Victorian solid pine mule chest with scumbled painted finish in fabulous original condition. This is an usual chest as most have one or two drawers and this has three. The drawers all run smooth and of dovetail construction and retain original brass flush mount pull handles. This storage box raised on bun feet has a hinged lid, two metal carry handles and a spacious clean interior. Like all antiques there are some imperfections however these only enhance the look of this outstanding storage box. This is a striking example of period furniture with beautiful warm colouring and amazing patina offers not only storage space but history to any home.

Physical Dimensions
Height
72cm (28.35")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Declaration

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Victorian Pine Mule Chest to the Victorian era.

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SA1071204
Dealers Internal Reference
SAI2157
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Description
Fantastic Victorian solid pine mule chest with scumbled painted finish in fabulous original condition. This is an usual chest as most have one or two drawers and this has three.
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The drawers all run smooth and of dovetail construction and retain original brass flush mount pull handles.
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

This storage box raised on bun feet has a hinged lid, two metal carry handles and a spacious clean interior. Like all antiques there are some imperfections however these only enhance the look of this outstanding storage box. This is a striking example of period furniture with beautiful warm colouring and amazing patina offers not only storage space but history to any home.

Height
72cm (28.35")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Date of Manufacture

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Victorian Pine Mule Chest to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1071204
Dealers Internal Ref
SAI2157
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

A family run business , second generation of antique dealers est 1977 with 3 warehouses over 6000 sq ft

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors Profile Page

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A Victorian scumbled pine mule chest with a hinged lid, three bottom drawers with brass handles, and turned feet.
Victorian Scumbled Pine Mule Chest
Ref: SA1071204
A Victorian scumbled pine mule chest with a hinged lid, three bottom drawers with brass handles, and turned feet.
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FAQs

A mule chest is a traditional form of storage furniture featuring a main upper compartment with a hinged lid, set above one or more lower drawers. Originating in the late seventeenth century, this design provided structured drawer storage for smaller garments alongside open chest space for larger textiles.

These chests were typically constructed from softwoods such as pine or deal, which were then decorated using a scumbling technique where paint glazes were combed or dragged to imitate expensive grain patterns like oak or mahogany. Hardware generally comprised brass handles, iron hinges, and steel lock mechanisms.

Authentic Victorian examples exhibit period construction signs including hand-cut dovetail joints on drawer linings, original brass or iron fittings, and hand-planed timber surfaces. The scumbled paint finish will show natural wear, light oxidisation, and age-related crazing in areas of high use.

A mule chest functions effectively at the foot of a bed for bed linen storage, or in an entryway to hold footwear and outdoor accessories. Contrast the patterned scumbled finish against plain painted walls and minimalist modern soft furnishings.

Maintain the original painted surface by dusting regularly with a dry, soft microfibre cloth without liquid polish or solvents. Keep the piece in a stable environment away from direct heat sources and moisture to prevent the wood from swelling and the glaze from flaking.
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