Circa 1700s, still very sturdy and well-built chest standing proud on original stile feet. Antique Mule Dower - Four Panel Chest - with RARE Hidden Dragon Carvings Inside!
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Of traditional clamp front construction and pegged throughout with pinned hinged lid. 16th or 17th Century. Traditionally it is understood the lid was not fixed in place and could therefore be removed and used as a trough for kneading and proving dough.
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Animal head carvings drawer to the base, with attractive and ornate brass drop handles. The top opens to reveal a paper lined inside with a stay to hold the heavy lid open, In excellent antique condition.
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The antique oak mule chest has a two plank hinged lid that opens to reveal a generous storage space. The antique oak mule chest has a three panel front with two fitted drawers to the base, each fitted with decorative brass drop pulls/handles.
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Supported with Stile legs the whole piece has been very well constructed from fine quality oak. The rear stile legs have had small bun feet fitted on them in the past ,probably due to wear and tear and this addition has raised and levelled the piece to match the front height.
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There is an historic repair to the back leg (pictured). Like what you see?. Height – 72cm / Width – 152.5cm / Depth – 59.5cm. Item Ref; M-3168. CONDITION REPORT.
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This historical chest boasts a rich, warm oak colour and retains the original polish. Circa 1600's.
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Caption below picture:'Sketches of decorative furniture from South Kensington Museum'. Antique print from architectural periodical. DATE PRINTED: June 1, 1900. DEUTSCHLAND: Alte Lankarten und Stadt ansichten.
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