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Small Late Georgian Oak and Cross Banded Lancashire Mule Chest.
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Small Late Georgian Oak and Cross Banded Lancashire Mule Chest.

19th century
Sold 1 July 2026 · Rupert Hitchcox Antiques
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Description

Lancashire Mule chest.

Good colour.

Smaller than normal.

Date of Manufacture

Rupert Hitchcox Antiques has dated this Late Georgian Oak Mule Chest to the 1800s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
88cm (34.65")
Width
143cm (56.30")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Reference Numbers
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SA1221455
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Description
Lancashire Mule chest.

Good colour.

Smaller than normal.

Date of Manufacture

Rupert Hitchcox Antiques has dated this Late Georgian Oak Mule Chest to the 1800s.

Height
88cm (34.65")
Width
143cm (56.30")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Reference Numbers
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SA1221455
Rupert Hitchcox Antiques
Rupert Hitchcox Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2012

Instagram @ruperthitchcoxantiques -- large and varied selection.

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A rectangular late Georgian oak mule chest featuring a hinged top and multiple lower drawers with brass handles. SOLD1 JUL 26
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Archive I A rectangular late Georgian oak mule chest featuring a hinged top and multiple lower drawers with brass handles. SOLD1 JUL 26

Small Late Georgian Oak and Cross Banded Lancashire Mule Chest.

Archive II A rectangular late Georgian oak mule chest featuring a hinged top and multiple lower drawers with brass handles. View II
Archive III A rectangular late Georgian oak mule chest featuring a hinged top and multiple lower drawers with brass handles. View III
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Rupert Hitchcox Antiques

Rupert Hitchcox Antiques
Telephone 07710 561 505
Location
Warpsgrove
Nr Chalgrove
Oxford
OX44 7RW
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/afw
Verified Since Aug 2012
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Rupert Hitchcox Antiques
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A rectangular late Georgian oak mule chest featuring a hinged top and multiple lower drawers with brass handles.
Small late Georgian oak and cross banded Lancashire mule chest.
Ref: SA1221455
A rectangular late Georgian oak mule chest featuring a hinged top and multiple lower drawers with brass handles.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectChests
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialOak, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsHinged lid, Multiple drawers, Brass drop handles, Crossbanded detailing
  • SizeH 88 cm (35 in) x W 143 cm (56 in) x D 57 cm (22 in)

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A mule chest is a traditional form of storage furniture originating in the 17th and 18th centuries, combining a hinged chest compartment with one or more drawers at the base.

These chests were predominantly constructed from native timbers such as oak, often featuring contrasting crossbanding in woods like mahogany or walnut around the drawers and panels.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit period construction techniques such as hand-cut dovetails on the drawers, pegged joints, period brass hardware, and natural timber ageing or patination.

An oak chest provides functional storage and textural warmth, working well as a focal point in hallways, living rooms, or bedrooms against neutral walls alongside modern lighting.

Preserve the timber by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, and apply traditional beeswax periodically to nourish the wood and maintain its natural finish.
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