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Antique Georgian Style Oak Cupboard | Drop Front
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Antique Georgian Style Oak Cupboard | Drop Front

1900 - 1920
For Sale by ActFurniture LTD
Description

Antique 20th century unique Georgian style cupboard in oak, a distinctive and beautifully made piece with an interesting design and plenty of practical appeal. Two drawers to the lower section provide useful space for smaller items and are finished with decorative brass handles.

Above, a large drop-front door folds down to provide access to a generous interior compartment, creating an unusual opening feature that gives the cupboard plenty of individuality.

Its clever combination of drawers and concealed space makes it a versatile piece for a living room, hallway, study or bedroom.

Gorgeous grain and colour are displayed throughout the oak, bringing warmth and highlighting the natural character of the timber.

In good condition, well made and of good quality, this highly desirable cupboard stands out for its unusual construction, useful proportions and beautiful oak.

Product Reference : AF - 6641

Measurements : 122cm (48") Width x 47cm (18½") Depth x 71cm (28") Height

As with all antique and vintage furniture, pieces may show signs of age, use and wear, all of which form part of their character and history. Please study the photographs carefully, as they form part of the description and condition report.

We’re a family-run antique furniture business based in Malvern, Worcestershire. All of our pieces are available to view at our stockroom by appointment only. If you’d like additional photographs, measurements or to arrange a viewing, we’re always happy to help and aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Delivery – £65

• Delivery is available throughout the UK mainland, including most areas of Scotland.

• Each piece is carefully wrapped and protected prior to dispatch and delivered by our trusted private courier using a two-person team.

• Your piece will be delivered to the room of your choice, provided there is suitable access. For items supplied in sections, assembly is not included as part of the delivery service.

• Our standard delivery timeframe is approximately 3–15 working days from receipt of payment. The courier will contact you directly to confirm the delivery date and provide an approximate arrival time.

• If you have any particular delivery requirements, please let us know before purchasing and we’ll do our best to accommodate them.

Collection – Free

Collection is available free of charge from our stockroom at WR6 5JE, by appointment only. Please contact us in advance to arrange a convenient collection date and time.

Thank you for viewing this piece. Should you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Physical Dimensions
Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
47cm (18.50")
Declaration

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Antique Oak Mule Chest to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1238836
Dealers Internal Reference
AF-6641
Description
Antique 20th century unique Georgian style cupboard in oak, a distinctive and beautifully made piece with an interesting design and plenty of practical appeal.
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Two drawers to the lower section provide useful space for smaller items and are finished with decorative brass handles.
ActFurniture LTD
fig 1. A dark oak Georgian style drop-front mule chest featuring three arched fielded panels and two lower drawers with brass swan-neck handles.
fig 1. Antique Georgian Style Oak Cupboard | Drop Front

Above, a large drop-front door folds down to provide access to a generous interior compartment, creating an unusual opening feature that gives the cupboard plenty of individuality.

Its clever combination of drawers and concealed space makes it a versatile piece for a living room, hallway, study or bedroom.

fig 2. A dark oak Georgian style drop-front mule chest featuring three arched fielded panels and two lower drawers with brass swan-neck handles.
fig 2. Antique Georgian Style Oak Cupboard | Drop Front

Gorgeous grain and colour are displayed throughout the oak, bringing warmth and highlighting the natural character of the timber.

In good condition, well made and of good quality, this highly desirable cupboard stands out for its unusual construction, useful proportions and beautiful oak.

fig 3. A dark oak Georgian style drop-front mule chest featuring three arched fielded panels and two lower drawers with brass swan-neck handles.
fig 3. Antique Georgian Style Oak Cupboard | Drop Front

Product Reference : AF - 6641

Measurements : 122cm (48") Width x 47cm (18½") Depth x 71cm (28") Height

As with all antique and vintage furniture, pieces may show signs of age, use and wear, all of which form part of their character and history. Please study the photographs carefully, as they form part of the description and condition report.

fig 4. A dark oak Georgian style drop-front mule chest featuring three arched fielded panels and two lower drawers with brass swan-neck handles.
fig 4. Antique Georgian Style Oak Cupboard | Drop Front

We’re a family-run antique furniture business based in Malvern, Worcestershire. All of our pieces are available to view at our stockroom by appointment only. If you’d like additional photographs, measurements or to arrange a viewing, we’re always happy to help and aim to respond as quickly as possible.

fig 5. A dark oak Georgian style drop-front mule chest featuring three arched fielded panels and two lower drawers with brass swan-neck handles.
fig 5. Antique Georgian Style Oak Cupboard | Drop Front

Delivery – £65

• Delivery is available throughout the UK mainland, including most areas of Scotland.

• Each piece is carefully wrapped and protected prior to dispatch and delivered by our trusted private courier using a two-person team.

fig 6. A dark oak Georgian style drop-front mule chest featuring three arched fielded panels and two lower drawers with brass swan-neck handles.
fig 6. Antique Georgian Style Oak Cupboard | Drop Front

• Your piece will be delivered to the room of your choice, provided there is suitable access. For items supplied in sections, assembly is not included as part of the delivery service.

• Our standard delivery timeframe is approximately 3–15 working days from receipt of payment. The courier will contact you directly to confirm the delivery date and provide an approximate arrival time.

fig 7. A dark oak Georgian style drop-front mule chest featuring three arched fielded panels and two lower drawers with brass swan-neck handles.
fig 7. Antique Georgian Style Oak Cupboard | Drop Front

• If you have any particular delivery requirements, please let us know before purchasing and we’ll do our best to accommodate them.

Collection – Free

Collection is available free of charge from our stockroom at WR6 5JE, by appointment only. Please contact us in advance to arrange a convenient collection date and time.

Thank you for viewing this piece. Should you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
47cm (18.50")
Date of Manufacture

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Antique Oak Mule Chest to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1238836
Dealers Internal Ref
AF-6641
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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ActFurniture LTD
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Unit 4
Worcester Road
Malvern
Worcestershire
WR6 5JE
United Kingdom
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A dark oak Georgian style drop-front mule chest featuring three arched fielded panels and two lower drawers with brass swan-neck handles.
Antique Georgian Style Oak Cupboard | Drop Front
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectMule Chests
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialOak, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsArched fielded panels, Swan-neck brass handles, Drop-front compartment, Plinth base
  • SizeH 71 cm (28 in) x W 122 cm (48 in) x D 47 cm (19 in)

This Georgian style mule chest dates from 1920 and is made from dark brown oak with brass hardware. The upper section has three arched fielded panels above a drop-front compartment, while the lower section contains two drawers fitted with decorative swan-neck brass handles. The timber displays visible grain patterns and stands on a plain plinth base with block feet. Measuring 71 cm high, 122 cm wide and 47 cm deep, the unit provides compact storage for domestic settings. In a modern interior, this cupboard functions well in a living room, hallway, study or bedroom for storing household items, linens or paperwork. The combination of concealed storage behind the drop-front door and accessible lower drawers offers practical organisation for everyday use. The dark wood finish suits traditional English country house decors and pairs well with wooden flooring and neutral walls.

FAQs

A mule chest is an evolution of the traditional storage coffer, incorporating drawers at the base beneath a main upper storage compartment. Originating in the late 17th century and prominent throughout the Georgian era, these pieces offered improved organization for household linens and clothing.

Traditional pieces from this era were constructed using solid English oak, joined with hand-cut mortise and tenon joinery secured with wooden pegs. Features typically include raised-and-fielded arched panels, hand-dovetailed drawer boxes, and cast brass swan-neck handles with batwing backplates.

Authentic period examples exhibit signs of hand-planed timber, irregular dovetail joints, iron drop hinges, and historic wear around handle locations. Look for pegged joints on the front framing and natural shrinkage marks in the solid oak panels that occur over centuries.

An oak chest works exceptionally well as an entry hallway piece, a storage trunk at the foot of a bed, or a functional sideboard in a dining room. Contrast the dark, patinated wood against neutral painted walls or pair with contemporary lighting to ground a modern scheme.

Preserve the natural timber patina by applying a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year using a soft cotton cloth. Keep the item away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent timber shrinkage, splitting, or excessive fading.
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