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Antique Mule Chest, English, Georgian, Oak, Coffer, Trunk, 18th Century, C.1750
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Antique Mule Chest, English, Georgian, Oak, Coffer, Trunk, 18th Century, C.1750

18th century
Description

This is an antique mule chest. An English, Georgian oak coffer, or trunk, dating to the mid-18th century, circa 1750.

Prime example of early Georgian furniture

Superb oak stocks with fine grain interest

Wisps of medullary rays add further wonder

Presenting an unusual front apron with fleur-de-lys shaped cut-outs

Generous chest with a suite of three drawers below

Braced lid opens on long strap hinges to reveal voluminous storage space within

Four attractive, arched field panels adorn the front with twin panel ends

The front dressed with a brass lock escutcheon, key absent

Below, a pair of oak-lined drawers flank a smaller central receptacle

Dressed with brass keyhole lining and swan-neck handles over shaped, solid brass backplates

The sides replete with shaped bracket feet and square section rear legs

This is a beautiful antique mule chest and testament to the enduring craftsmanship of the Georgian period. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 147cm (57.75'')

Max Depth: 53cm (20.75'')

Max Height: 92cm (36.25'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 18.5223

Physical Dimensions
Height
82cm (32.28")
Width
147cm (57.87")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA673153
Dealers Internal Reference
18.5223
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Description
This is an antique mule chest. An English, Georgian oak coffer, or trunk, dating to the mid-18th century, circa 1750.

Prime example of early Georgian furniture

Superb oak stocks with fine grain interest

fig 1. Antique Mule Chest, English, Georgian, Oak, Coffer, Trunk, 18th Century, C.1750
fig 1. Antique Mule Chest, English, Georgian, Oak, Coffer, Trunk, 18th Century, C.1750

Wisps of medullary rays add further wonder

Presenting an unusual front apron with fleur-de-lys shaped cut-outs

Generous chest with a suite of three drawers below

Braced lid opens on long strap hinges to reveal voluminous storage space within

fig 2. Antique Mule Chest, English, Georgian, Oak, Coffer, Trunk, 18th Century, C.1750
fig 2. Antique Mule Chest, English, Georgian, Oak, Coffer, Trunk, 18th Century, C.1750

Four attractive, arched field panels adorn the front with twin panel ends

The front dressed with a brass lock escutcheon, key absent

Below, a pair of oak-lined drawers flank a smaller central receptacle

fig 3. Antique Mule Chest, English, Georgian, Oak, Coffer, Trunk, 18th Century, C.1750
fig 3. Antique Mule Chest, English, Georgian, Oak, Coffer, Trunk, 18th Century, C.1750

Dressed with brass keyhole lining and swan-neck handles over shaped, solid brass backplates

The sides replete with shaped bracket feet and square section rear legs

This is a beautiful antique mule chest and testament to the enduring craftsmanship of the Georgian period.
London Fine Antiques

Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

fig 4. Antique Mule Chest, English, Georgian, Oak, Coffer, Trunk, 18th Century, C.1750
fig 4. Antique Mule Chest, English, Georgian, Oak, Coffer, Trunk, 18th Century, C.1750

Dimensions:

Max Width: 147cm (57.75'')

Max Depth: 53cm (20.75'')

Max Height: 92cm (36.25'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

fig 5. Antique Mule Chest, English, Georgian, Oak, Coffer, Trunk, 18th Century, C.1750
fig 5. Antique Mule Chest, English, Georgian, Oak, Coffer, Trunk, 18th Century, C.1750

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 18.5223

Height
82cm (32.28")
Width
147cm (57.87")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA673153
Dealers Internal Ref
18.5223
London Fine Antiques
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Antique Mule Chest, English, Georgian, Oak, Coffer, Trunk, 18th Century, C.1750
Antique Mule Chest, English, Georgian, Oak, Coffer, Trunk, 18th Century, C.1750
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