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Georgian Oak Mule Chest
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Georgian Oak Mule Chest

18th century
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A good example of a large oak mule chest with a drawer to the base, dating from the mid to late 18th Century. It has a traditional panelled front and panelled sides and top. It is a plain example which has avoided being overcarved and has a lovely warm patina. The lid opens to reveal a large storage area with a candle box and its original ring hinges. The initials E and R and carved on the front and it is likely that this was given as a marriage gift.

It is in good original condition throughout and is strong and sturdy. The back is clean and the hinges are strong. The drawer opens smoothly and the interior is generally clean and tidy with a few small old marks. The handles on the drawer have been changed at some point but suit the piece well. There have been a few old repairs and restorations and there are signs of age and use with some minor marks and knocks here and there but nothing detrimental and no major damages. There has been some historic worm in places which has all been treated as a precaution. It has been cleaned and gently polished and is ready for use.

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
125cm (49.21")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
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In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Georgian Oak Mule Chest to the Georgian era.

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SA1192856
Description
A good example of a large oak mule chest with a drawer to the base, dating from the mid to late 18th Century. It has a traditional panelled front and panelled sides and top. It is a plain example which has avoided being overcarved and has a lovely warm patina. The lid opens to reveal a large storage area with a candle box and its original ring hinges.
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The initials E and R and carved on the front and it is likely that this was given as a marriage gift.
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
fig 1. A dark brown Georgian oak mule chest featuring four fielded front panels, carved initials E and R, and a single lower drawer with twin brass drop handles.
fig 1. Georgian Oak Mule Chest

It is in good original condition throughout and is strong and sturdy. The back is clean and the hinges are strong. The drawer opens smoothly and the interior is generally clean and tidy with a few small old marks. The handles on the drawer have been changed at some point but suit the piece well. There have been a few old repairs and restorations and there are signs of age and use with some minor marks and knocks here and there but nothing detrimental and no major damages. There has been some historic worm in places which has all been treated as a precaution. It has been cleaned and gently polished and is ready for use.

fig 2. A dark brown Georgian oak mule chest featuring four fielded front panels, carved initials E and R, and a single lower drawer with twin brass drop handles.
fig 2. Georgian Oak Mule Chest

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Nationwide delivery available through our network of reliable couriers. Please get in touch for an accurate quote to your location.

Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
125cm (49.21")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Date of Manufacture

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Georgian Oak Mule Chest to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1192856
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Selling good quality victorian, georgian and earlier furniture, accessories & decorative items. Ashburton, devon. LAPADA member

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Archive I A dark brown Georgian oak mule chest featuring four fielded front panels, carved initials E and R, and a single lower drawer with twin brass drop handles.

Georgian Oak Mule Chest

Archive II A dark brown Georgian oak mule chest featuring four fielded front panels, carved initials E and R, and a single lower drawer with twin brass drop handles. View II
Archive III A dark brown Georgian oak mule chest featuring four fielded front panels, carved initials E and R, and a single lower drawer with twin brass drop handles. View III
Archive IV A dark brown Georgian oak mule chest featuring four fielded front panels, carved initials E and R, and a single lower drawer with twin brass drop handles. View IV
Archive V A dark brown Georgian oak mule chest featuring four fielded front panels, carved initials E and R, and a single lower drawer with twin brass drop handles. View V
Archive VI A dark brown Georgian oak mule chest featuring four fielded front panels, carved initials E and R, and a single lower drawer with twin brass drop handles. View VI
Archive VII A dark brown Georgian oak mule chest featuring four fielded front panels, carved initials E and R, and a single lower drawer with twin brass drop handles. View VII
Archive VIII A dark brown Georgian oak mule chest featuring four fielded front panels, carved initials E and R, and a single lower drawer with twin brass drop handles. View VIII
Archive IX A dark brown Georgian oak mule chest featuring four fielded front panels, carved initials E and R, and a single lower drawer with twin brass drop handles. View IX
Archive X A dark brown Georgian oak mule chest featuring four fielded front panels, carved initials E and R, and a single lower drawer with twin brass drop handles. View X
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A dark brown Georgian oak mule chest featuring four fielded front panels, carved initials E and R, and a single lower drawer with twin brass drop handles.
Georgian Oak Mule Chest
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A dark brown Georgian oak mule chest featuring four fielded front panels, carved initials E and R, and a single lower drawer with twin brass drop handles.
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A mule chest is an 18th-century storage vessel incorporating a top compartment accessed via a hinged lid, situated above one or more drawers at the base.

These chests were typically crafted from solid English oak using pegged mortise and tenon joinery, raised fielded panels, hand-cut dovetails on the drawers, and cast brass fittings.

Authentic pieces display hand-planed timber surfaces, historic peg joinery, natural wear around the keyhole and base, and hand-forged or early cast iron and brass hardware.

A mule chest works exceptionally well placed at the foot of a bed for extra linen storage or positioned within a hallway as a functional bench and storage piece.

Clean the surface with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to maintain the wood surface and preserve the historic patina.
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