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Antique, Mule Chest, English, Georgian Housekeepers Trunk, Mahogany, circa 1780

$4,910.33
£3,600
€4,190.47
CA$6,769.82
A$7,430.03
CHF 3,904.59
MX$88,415.91
NOK 49,912.29
SEK 45,609.96
DKK 31,306.99

About the Item

This is an antique mule chest, an English, Georgian housekeeper's trunk in mahogany and dating to the late 18th century, circa 1780. In very fine order throughout offering abundant storage The well figured mahogany glows in the lustrous wax polished finish Classic arrangement, chest over a pair of drawers Raised on attractive ogee bracket feet The broad lid opens and holds on a stay The clean interior with voluminous capacity Sat within a two-drawer base, original locks, key absent The cock-beaded drawers dressed with solid drop handles A super example in fine order. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home. Dimensions: Max width 137 cm (54'') Max depth 66 cm (26'') Max height 83.5 cm (32.75'').
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 32.88 in (83.5 cm)Width: 53.94 in (137 cm)Depth: 33.67 in (85.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Georgian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1780
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18.56101stDibs: LU2645316229312

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