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18th Century Mahogany Storage Chest
For sale by James Ribbons Antiques
for sale €1,580     $1,715
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18th Century Mahogany Storage Chest

18th century
Description

A very fine quality 18th century piece of furniture .

The frontal view of this piece appears to be nine drawers however the top five are false and the top of the chest lifts up to allow the space to be used for storage. Linen blankets etc.

The condition of this chest overall is very good .

I should say at this point that this chest is big! and probably more suitable to a downstairs situation such as a hallway or dining room.

For delivery please ask for a quote.

Physical Dimensions
Height
104cm (40.94")
Width
178cm (70.08")
Depth
78cm (30.71")
Declaration

James Ribbons Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Mule Chest to the 18th Century.

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SA1132501
Description
A very fine quality 18th century piece of furniture .
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The frontal view of this piece appears to be nine drawers however the top five are false and the top of the chest lifts up to allow the space to be used for storage.
James Ribbons Antiques

Linen blankets etc.

fig 1. An eighteenth-century mahogany storage chest featuring a hinged top lid, multiple faux drawer fronts, brass swan-neck handles, key escutcheons, and fluted corner pilasters.
fig 1. 18th Century Mahogany Storage Chest

The condition of this chest overall is very good .

I should say at this point that this chest is big! and probably more suitable to a downstairs situation such as a hallway or dining room.

For delivery please ask for a quote.

Height
104cm (40.94")
Width
178cm (70.08")
Depth
78cm (30.71")
Date of Manufacture

James Ribbons Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Mule Chest to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1132501
James Ribbons Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2012
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Archive I An eighteenth-century mahogany storage chest featuring a hinged top lid, multiple faux drawer fronts, brass swan-neck handles, key escutcheons, and fluted corner pilasters.

18th Century Mahogany Storage Chest

Archive II An eighteenth-century mahogany storage chest featuring a hinged top lid, multiple faux drawer fronts, brass swan-neck handles, key escutcheons, and fluted corner pilasters. View II
Archive III An eighteenth-century mahogany storage chest featuring a hinged top lid, multiple faux drawer fronts, brass swan-neck handles, key escutcheons, and fluted corner pilasters. View III
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Archive V An eighteenth-century mahogany storage chest featuring a hinged top lid, multiple faux drawer fronts, brass swan-neck handles, key escutcheons, and fluted corner pilasters. View V
Archive VI An eighteenth-century mahogany storage chest featuring a hinged top lid, multiple faux drawer fronts, brass swan-neck handles, key escutcheons, and fluted corner pilasters. View VI
Archive VII An eighteenth-century mahogany storage chest featuring a hinged top lid, multiple faux drawer fronts, brass swan-neck handles, key escutcheons, and fluted corner pilasters. View VII
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James Ribbons Antiques
Telephone 01458 274 106
Location
Chilli Cottage
3 Kirkham Street
Somerton
Somerset
TA11 7NW
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Jan 2012
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An eighteenth-century mahogany storage chest featuring a hinged top lid, multiple faux drawer fronts, brass swan-neck handles, key escutcheons, and fluted corner pilasters.
18th Century Mahogany Storage Chest
Ref: SA1132501
An eighteenth-century mahogany storage chest featuring a hinged top lid, multiple faux drawer fronts, brass swan-neck handles, key escutcheons, and fluted corner pilasters.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChests of Drawers & Coffers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSwan-neck handles, Fluted pilasters, Brass escutcheons, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 104 cm (41 in) x W 178 cm (70 in) x D 78 cm (31 in)

FAQs

A mule chest is a traditional storage vessel featuring a top trunk compartment above one or more drawers at the base, originating in the late seventeenth century as an evolution of the simple coffer.

Eighteenth-century chests were typically constructed from solid mahogany or mahogany veneers over oak and pine carcases, fitted with hand-cast brass swan-neck handles and steel locks.

Authentic pieces display hand-dovetailed drawer joints, uneven saw marks on backboards, hand-forged brass hardware, and natural wear patterns around keyholes and feet consistent with age.

A mahogany chest functions well as a focal statement piece in a hallway, bedroom, or living room, anchored by contemporary artwork or neutral textiles to balance the dark wood tones.

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a quality beeswax polish once or twice a year, avoiding commercial sprays, direct sunlight, and excessive humidity changes.
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