What is an antique mule chest?

A mule chest is a traditional storage piece featuring a top coffer section combined with one or more lower drawers, designed historically to store linens and footwear.

What materials were used to construct Edwardian mule chests?

Edwardian mule chests were typically constructed from solid hardwoods, primarily oak or mahogany, utilizing traditional joinery methods such as dovetail joints and panelled construction.

How can you identify an authentic Edwardian oak mule chest?

Authentic Edwardian oak mule chests feature period-appropriate joinery, natural grain variations, hand-turned wooden or brass hardware, and subtle decorative carving on the front panels.

How do you style a mule chest in a contemporary interior?

Place a mule chest at the foot of a bed or along a hallway wall to serve as functional storage while providing a surface for decorative objects, table lamps, or artwork.

How should an antique oak mule chest be cared for?

Dust the chest regularly using a soft dry cloth, and apply a natural beeswax polish periodically along the wood grain to protect the finish and maintain the timber.

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Antique 20th Century Small Edwardian Mule Chest in Oak

Name: Antique 20th Century Small Edwardian Mule Chest in Oak
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1218760
Price: 425 GBP
Availability: InStock

1900 - 1920

For Sale by ActFurniture LTD

Description

Antique 20th century small Edwardian mule chest in oak, very well made and of good quality.

Featuring a large lift-up lid opening to reveal a spacious storage compartment, with two drawers to the base, both retaining their original knob handles, providing additional practical storage.

Beautifully decorated with carved linenfold panels to the front, this attractive mule chest showcases the quality craftsmanship and attention to detail associated with the Edwardian period.

The combination of decorative carving and functional design makes it a particularly appealing piece.

Boasting gorgeous oak grain and rich colour throughout, this is a highly desirable example of compact proportions, making it suitable for a variety of settings within the home. Full of character and charm, it offers both practicality and visual appeal.

Presented in very good condition, displaying beautiful grain, colour and carved detail throughout, this charming Edwardian mule chest would make a wonderful addition to any home.

Product Reference : AF - 5906

Measurements : 99.5cm Width x 43cm Depth x 63cm Height

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland -

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.

Collection ( FREE ) :

Pieces can be collected from WR6 5JE free of charge strictly by appointment only. Please contact us to arrange this.

All goods will be professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to your arrival.

Many thanks and if you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us and one of our team will respond as quickly as possible.

Physical Dimensions

Height

63cm (24.80")

Width

99.5cm (39.17")

Depth

43cm (16.93")

Declaration

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Edwardian Oak Mule Chest to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1218760

Dealers Internal Reference

AF-5906

Description

Antique 20th century small Edwardian mule chest in oak, very well made and of good quality.

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Featuring a large lift-up lid opening to reveal a spacious storage compartment, with two drawers to the base, both retaining their original knob handles, providing additional practical storage.

ActFurniture LTD

fig 1. An Edwardian oak mule chest with a panelled front, central carved detailing, and two bottom drawers with turned wooden knobs. — fig 1. Antique 20th Century Small Edwardian Mule Chest in Oak

Beautifully decorated with carved linenfold panels to the front, this attractive mule chest showcases the quality craftsmanship and attention to detail associated with the Edwardian period.

The combination of decorative carving and functional design makes it a particularly appealing piece.

fig 2. An Edwardian oak mule chest with a panelled front, central carved detailing, and two bottom drawers with turned wooden knobs. — fig 2. Antique 20th Century Small Edwardian Mule Chest in Oak

Boasting gorgeous oak grain and rich colour throughout, this is a highly desirable example of compact proportions, making it suitable for a variety of settings within the home. Full of character and charm, it offers both practicality and visual appeal.

fig 3. An Edwardian oak mule chest with a panelled front, central carved detailing, and two bottom drawers with turned wooden knobs. — fig 3. Antique 20th Century Small Edwardian Mule Chest in Oak

Presented in very good condition, displaying beautiful grain, colour and carved detail throughout, this charming Edwardian mule chest would make a wonderful addition to any home.

Product Reference : AF - 5906

fig 4. An Edwardian oak mule chest with a panelled front, central carved detailing, and two bottom drawers with turned wooden knobs. — fig 4. Antique 20th Century Small Edwardian Mule Chest in Oak

Measurements : 99.5cm Width x 43cm Depth x 63cm Height

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

fig 5. An Edwardian oak mule chest with a panelled front, central carved detailing, and two bottom drawers with turned wooden knobs. — fig 5. Antique 20th Century Small Edwardian Mule Chest in Oak

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

fig 6. An Edwardian oak mule chest with a panelled front, central carved detailing, and two bottom drawers with turned wooden knobs. — fig 6. Antique 20th Century Small Edwardian Mule Chest in Oak

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

fig 7. An Edwardian oak mule chest with a panelled front, central carved detailing, and two bottom drawers with turned wooden knobs. — fig 7. Antique 20th Century Small Edwardian Mule Chest in Oak

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland -

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.