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Georgian Pine Mule Chest
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Georgian Pine Mule Chest

18th century
Description

Georgian Pine Mule Chest, dating from the early 1800s.  Nice original bobbin turned details and lovely mellow colour throughout.

Dimensions 75cm high x 74cm wide x 46cm deep

Physical Dimensions
Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
74cm (29.13")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Declaration

Mark Davis Antiques has dated this Georgian Pine Mule Chest to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1215032
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Monday -Sunday 9.00-18.00. By prior appointment.

Description
Georgian Pine Mule Chest, dating from the early 1800s.  Nice original bobbin turned details and lovely mellow colour throughout.

Dimensions 75cm high x 74cm wide x 46cm deep

Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
74cm (29.13")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Date of Manufacture

Mark Davis Antiques has dated this Georgian Pine Mule Chest to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1215032
Mark Davis Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2008
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A Georgian pine mule chest featuring a hinged top lid, three lower drawer fronts with turned wooden knobs, and turned legs.
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A Georgian pine mule chest featuring a hinged top lid, three lower drawer fronts with turned wooden knobs, and turned legs.
Georgian Pine Mule Chest
Ref: SA1215032
A Georgian pine mule chest featuring a hinged top lid, three lower drawer fronts with turned wooden knobs, and turned legs.
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  • ObjectMule Chests
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialPine
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTurned wooden knobs, Hinged lid, Notched corner moulding, Turned legs
  • SizeH 75 cm (30 in) x W 74 cm (29 in) x D 46 cm (18 in)

This Georgian pine mule chest dates from the early 1800s. It takes the form of a rectangular box with a hinged top lid and three horizontal lower drawer fronts, each fitted with a pair of matching turned wooden knobs. The exterior displays a warm brown timber finish with mellow colour throughout and visible signs of age. Bobbin turned details appear along the vertical front corners, and the piece is raised on four short turned legs. It measures 75 cm high, 74 cm wide, and 46 cm deep. Practical for placement in a bedroom, hallway, or living space, this mule chest provides functional surface space alongside interior storage. The hinged lid allows access to the top compartment, while the lower drawers offer additional organisation for folded textiles, linens, or household items. Its traditional rustic farmhouse design suits both period and eclectic interiors, blending storage utility with historical character.

A mule chest is a hybrid storage form developed in the late 17th and 18th centuries featuring a top coffer section accessed via a hinged lid set above one or more lower drawers.

Country Georgian woodworkers utilised native softwoods joined with hand-cut dovetails, wooden pegs, and hand-forged nails, resulting in durable utilitarian storage pieces.

Authentic period examples exhibit hand-planed timber surfaces, irregular dovetail jointing on drawer linings, original wooden knobs or brass handles, and historic wear along the base and lid hinges.

These functional antiques serve effectively as hallway storage, statement coffee tables in living areas, or practical end-of-bed trunks in rustic-inspired bedrooms.

Regular dusting with a soft dry cloth and an occasional light application of natural beeswax polish will protect the wood surface and preserve its existing patina.
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