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An Early Attractive Nice Sized Oak Mule/linen Chest
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An Early Attractive Nice Sized Oak Mule/linen Chest

19th century
Sold 10 September 2025 · Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
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Description

An Attractive Medium Sized Early 19th Century Oak Mule/Linen Chest in good condition with opening top revealing a large area for storage and two drawers below and bracket feet.

Date of Manufacture

Marlborough Antiques & Interiors has dated this Antique Oak Mule to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
119cm (46.85")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Reference Numbers
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SA1159088
Dealers Notes

We are primarily a web based business showing high quality antiques and decorative items in two warehouses in Lambourn Woodlands, Berkshire and Tetbury , Gloucestershire . Within easy reach of M4 Junctions and with a mainline station nearby and good private car parking facilities at all venues. We display the widest variety of antiques at all price levels, including paintings, furniture, fireside pieces and other decorative interior items. Not all our items are at any particular place so please call or email (enquiries@marlboroughantiques.com) or from our Contact page to avoid disappointment. Please view our Terms and conditions if needed at http://www.marlboroughantiques.com/terms.php.

We are very happy to discuss with clients their needs and to provide a sourcing service. We can advise on the acquisition of pieces in all areas of the fine and decorative arts, assisting clients in their search for individual pieces or for a particular item. If you have queries regarding this or any intended purchase please contact us. All items can be delivered either by postal service or by trusted and fully insured couriers; we use both for the UK market and for overseas delivery. Please inquire by email or phone to obtain a quote for delivery options. Items are described as Excellent - A1 Condition no faults, Very Good - very good condition with only very minor cosmetic issues if atall and consistent with age, Good - in good overall condition with some ageing, marks and wear consistent with age.

Description
An Attractive Medium Sized Early 19th Century Oak Mule/Linen Chest in good condition with opening top revealing a large area for storage and two drawers below and bracket feet.
Date of Manufacture

Marlborough Antiques & Interiors has dated this Antique Oak Mule to the 19th Century.

Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
119cm (46.85")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1159088
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2012

We display a variety of antiques at all price levels, including furniture, paintings and other decorative items

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An antique dark oak mule chest featuring a lift-top lid above two lower drawers fitted with brass drop handles and bracket feet. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An antique dark oak mule chest featuring a lift-top lid above two lower drawers fitted with brass drop handles and bracket feet. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

An Early Attractive Nice Sized Oak Mule/linen Chest

Archive II An antique dark oak mule chest featuring a lift-top lid above two lower drawers fitted with brass drop handles and bracket feet. View II
Archive III An antique dark oak mule chest featuring a lift-top lid above two lower drawers fitted with brass drop handles and bracket feet. View III
Archive IV An antique dark oak mule chest featuring a lift-top lid above two lower drawers fitted with brass drop handles and bracket feet. View IV
Archive V An antique dark oak mule chest featuring a lift-top lid above two lower drawers fitted with brass drop handles and bracket feet. View V
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Archive VII An antique dark oak mule chest featuring a lift-top lid above two lower drawers fitted with brass drop handles and bracket feet. View VII
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Marlborough Antiques & Interiors

Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
Telephone 07717 101 616 or 01672 516420
Location
3 South View Place (office only)
Blowhorn Street
Marlborough
Wiltshire
SN8 1DD
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/marlboroughantiques
Verified Since Jun 2012
Items For Sale 249
Items Sold 2,191
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
Verified Since Jun 2012
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Location: 3 South View Place (office only), Blowhorn Street, Marlborough, Wiltshire, SN8 1DD, United Kingdom
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An antique dark oak mule chest featuring a lift-top lid above two lower drawers fitted with brass drop handles and bracket feet.
An Early Attractive Nice Sized Oak Mule/Linen Chest
Ref: SA1159088
An antique dark oak mule chest featuring a lift-top lid above two lower drawers fitted with brass drop handles and bracket feet.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChests and Coffers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian Country
  • MaterialOak, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsHinged lid, Lower drawers, Brass drop handles, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 78 cm (31 in) x W 119 cm (47 in) x D 48 cm (19 in)

FAQs

A mule chest is a hybrid furniture piece evolving from the traditional blanket chest in the late 17th century by adding one or more drawers beneath the main lift-top compartment, bridging the gap between a chest and a chest of drawers.

These pieces are predominantly constructed from solid English oak using traditional joinery techniques such as hand-cut dovetails for the drawers, mortise and tenon joints for the frame, and pegged construction.

Authenticity is determined by examining the timber grain, hand-planed surfaces, irregular dovetail joints, period-appropriate brass handles or escutcheons, and natural oxidisation and wear consistent with age.

A mule chest works well as a functional storage piece in a hallway, bedroom, or living space, topped with simple ceramic objects or left bare to highlight the natural wood grain and historical character.

Preserve antique oak by maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight, and periodically applying a microcrystalline wax to nourish and protect the wood finish.
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