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Description

A mid Nineteenth century Pine mule chest in lovely condition.

Now available from our large showroom in Marlborough, Wiltshire.

Delivery available - please contact us for a quote.

Date of Manufacture

Ropeworks Antiques has dated this Pine Mule Chest to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

81cm (31.89")

Width

101cm (39.76")

Depth

56cm (22.05")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1074842

Dealers Notes

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Buying and selling antique and decorative furniture and related items from a riverside setting in the beautiful market town of Marlborough, home of the second widest high street in the UK.

Lovely riverfront cafe on site.

Keys present only if stated.

Description

A mid Nineteenth century Pine mule chest in lovely condition.

Now available from our large showroom in Marlborough, Wiltshire.

Delivery available - please contact us for a quote.

Date of Manufacture

Ropeworks Antiques has dated this Pine Mule Chest to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

81cm (31.89")

Width

101cm (39.76")

Depth

56cm (22.05")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1074842

About the Dealer

Ropeworks Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2012

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Ropeworks Antiques

Telephone 07725 509949

Location

The Old Ropeworks
Kennet Place
Marlborough
SN8 1NG
United Kingdom

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/ropeworksantiques

Verified Since Dec 2012

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectStorage Chests
Period19th century
StyleEnglish Country House
MaterialPine, Brass
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsHinged lid, Lower drawer, Bracket feet, Dovetail joinery
SizeH 81 cm (32 in) x W 101 cm (40 in) x D 56 cm (22 in)

FAQs

A mule chest is a traditional storage chest that features one or more drawers built into the base beneath the main compartment, bridging the design gap between a standard blanket chest and a chest of drawers.

While high-end pieces utilised hardwoods like mahogany or oak, regional and domestic pieces were frequently constructed from native softwoods such as pine, elm, and fruitwoods.

Authenticity is typically determined by examining traditional construction methods, such as hand-cut dovetail joints, handmade iron or brass fixings, timber shrinkage patterns, and natural oxidisation.

A pine chest functions effectively as a grounding element in contemporary spaces, providing functional storage in a bedroom, living room, or hallway while introducing tactile warmth and historical texture.

Maintain antique pine by keeping it away from direct heat sources and fluctuating humidity levels. Apply traditional beeswax periodically to nourish the wood and protect the surface finish.