Original Period Antique English Oak Panelled Mule Chest Coffer Circa 1700's

Antique English Oak Mule Chest - Circa 1700's

Height 78 cm x width 135 cm x 54 cm

Here we have a beautiful Antique oak mule chest, circa 1700's, in original untouched condition.

The chest features a heavy molded plank, hinged plank lift up top, with a stunning deep triple paneled front, with a pair of lower drawers, raised upon short stile supports.

This type of chest would have primarily been used for storing bedding and clothes. In the eighteenth century, built-in wardrobes did not exist! A mule chest was often the only item of furniture that a family owned. It is believed that such chests were called “mule chests” because slippers, called mules in the 17th and 18th century, were kept in the drawers of the chest. Blankets and bedding were stored in the larger compartment above.

This mule chest with drawers boasts a rich warm oak colour and retains the original polish, it has a beautiful colour and patination; this can only be achieved through age and years of care and cleaning it has received.

This large antique chect would look stunning in a variety of rooms from the hallway, to the living room or bedroom, not only as an ornamental piece but also a very useful storage chest.

As you would expect this is a very old mule chest and there are shrinkage splits with a few knocks, and cosmetic scratches but all part of the unique character of this chest, such a wonderful part of history that is still standing and structurally solid and sound. The lower drawers have the brasware missing, but can add inkeeping antque brassware if requested.signs of historical worm, nothing live or that’s affected the oak. Please see the pictures for the condition.


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