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18th Century Mule Chest

18th century
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Oak mule chest , 18th century ; the hinged moulded four panel top above four panel front with two drawers below.

Length 139cm

Width 48 cm

Height 77cm .

Please contact me for shipping information.

Physical Dimensions
Height
77cm (30.31")
Width
139cm (54.72")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Declaration

Highmeads Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Mule Chest to the 18th Century.

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SA1112322
Description
Oak mule chest , 18th century ; the hinged moulded four panel top above four panel front with two drawers below.

Length 139cm

Width 48 cm

Height 77cm .

Please contact me for shipping information.

Height
77cm (30.31")
Width
139cm (54.72")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Date of Manufacture

Highmeads Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Mule Chest to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1112322
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An 18th-century dark oak mule chest featuring a four-panel front, two base drawers with brass handles, and a hinged lid.
18th century mule chest
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A mule chest is a traditional storage coffer featuring a hinged top lid over a deep box section, supplemented by one or more drawers at the base. Evolving in the late 17th and 18th centuries, the lower drawers provided easy access to smaller items without disturbing items stored above.

These pieces were predominantly constructed from solid native timbers such as oak, pine, or elm, joined with traditional mortise and tenon joinery. Hardware typically features hand-forged iron hinges, brass escutcheon plates, and swan-neck brass drawer handles.

Look for hand-sawn timber marks, pegged joinery, original iron strap hinges, and hand-dovetailed drawer construction. Period pieces often display natural patination, subtle shrinkage marks, and historical brass hardware appropriate to the era.

Position the chest in an entryway as a bench and shoe storage solution, or place it at the foot of a bed for extra linen storage. The dark timber tone pairs well with neutral walls, textural linen upholstery, and contemporary artwork.

Clean the wood surface with a soft, dry lint-free cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to preserve the timber. Avoid placing the item near direct heat sources or in areas of extreme humidity to prevent timber warping or splitting.
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