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Antique 18th Century Georgian Mule Chest in Oak
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Antique 18th Century Georgian Mule Chest in Oak

18th century
For Sale by ActFurniture LTD
Description

Antique 18th century Georgian mule chest in oak, a particularly distinctive piece with an abundance of period character and a beautifully aged appearance.

Two large drawers are incorporated into the lower section, each finished with decorative brass handles and offering useful additional storage.

Lifting the top lid reveals a generously sized storage compartment, providing ample room for blankets, linens, bedding or other household belongings.

Beautiful natural grain and rich colour can be admired throughout the oak, adding depth and complementing the traditional Georgian construction.

Presented in good condition, well made and of good quality, this highly desirable mule chest offers an appealing combination of generous storage and traditional craftsmanship.

Its distinctive form and centuries-old character make it a piece that could easily become a standout feature within the home.

Product Reference : AF - 6529

Measurements : 141cm Width x 55.5cm Depth x 89cm Height

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

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.

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
89cm (35.04")
Width
141cm (55.51")
Depth
55.5cm (21.85")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1235815
Dealers Internal Reference
AF-6529
Description
Antique 18th century Georgian mule chest in oak, a particularly distinctive piece with an abundance of period character and a beautifully aged appearance.
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Two large drawers are incorporated into the lower section, each finished with decorative brass handles and offering useful additional storage.
ActFurniture LTD
fig 1. An 18th-century Georgian oak mule chest featuring four arched fielded panels, two base drawers with brass hardware, and a shaped apron.
fig 1. Antique 18th Century Georgian Mule Chest in Oak

Lifting the top lid reveals a generously sized storage compartment, providing ample room for blankets, linens, bedding or other household belongings.

Beautiful natural grain and rich colour can be admired throughout the oak, adding depth and complementing the traditional Georgian construction.

fig 2. An 18th-century Georgian oak mule chest featuring four arched fielded panels, two base drawers with brass hardware, and a shaped apron.
fig 2. Antique 18th Century Georgian Mule Chest in Oak

Presented in good condition, well made and of good quality, this highly desirable mule chest offers an appealing combination of generous storage and traditional craftsmanship.

Its distinctive form and centuries-old character make it a piece that could easily become a standout feature within the home.

fig 3. An 18th-century Georgian oak mule chest featuring four arched fielded panels, two base drawers with brass hardware, and a shaped apron.
fig 3. Antique 18th Century Georgian Mule Chest in Oak

Product Reference : AF - 6529

Measurements : 141cm Width x 55.5cm Depth x 89cm Height

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

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.

fig 4. An 18th-century Georgian oak mule chest featuring four arched fielded panels, two base drawers with brass hardware, and a shaped apron.
fig 4. Antique 18th Century Georgian Mule Chest in Oak

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 5. An 18th-century Georgian oak mule chest featuring four arched fielded panels, two base drawers with brass hardware, and a shaped apron.
fig 5. Antique 18th Century Georgian 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 6. An 18th-century Georgian oak mule chest featuring four arched fielded panels, two base drawers with brass hardware, and a shaped apron.
fig 6. Antique 18th Century Georgian 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.

fig 7. An 18th-century Georgian oak mule chest featuring four arched fielded panels, two base drawers with brass hardware, and a shaped apron.
fig 7. Antique 18th Century Georgian Mule Chest in Oak

Collection ( FREE ) :

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

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.

Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
141cm (55.51")
Depth
55.5cm (21.85")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1235815
Dealers Internal Ref
AF-6529
ActFurniture LTD
ActFurniture LTD
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2023
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the ActFurniture LTD Profile Page

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Worcestershire
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An 18th-century Georgian oak mule chest featuring four arched fielded panels, two base drawers with brass hardware, and a shaped apron.
Antique 18th Century Georgian Mule Chest In Oak
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectMule Chests
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialOak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsArched fielded panels, Brass escutcheons, Shaped apron, Dovetailed drawers
  • SizeH 89 cm (35 in) x W 141 cm (56 in) x D 55.5 cm (22 in)

FAQs

A mule chest is an 18th-century storage vessel featuring a top hinged coffer section above one or more drawers at the base. Developed during the Georgian era, it provided versatile storage for household linens, clothing, and footwear.

Georgian mule chests were typically constructed using solid English oak, joined with traditional mortise and tenon joints and wooden pegs. Features often included raised fielded panels, hand-dovetailed drawers, and brass keyhole escutcheons.

Authentic pieces display hand-sawn timber marks, hand-cut dovetail joints on base drawers, and natural shrinkage across the wood panels. Original iron hinges, wooden pegs, and authentic aged brass hardware also indicate genuine period origins.

A Georgian mule chest serves as a functional focal point in an entryway, hallway, or at the foot of a bed. The top surface provides space to display table lamps, framed artwork, or contemporary ceramics to bridge historic character with modern design.

Dust the woodwork regularly with a soft, dry cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax paste annually to nourish the timber. Position the chest away from direct radiators and sunlight to prevent drying or splitting of the oak.
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