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What is a mule trunk?

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What is a mule trunk?
A mule trunk is a trunk featuring a chest-like top section and two or three drawers built into the lower portion. This made it easy to access items in the bottom of the trunk. Browse an array of antique mule trunks on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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19thC English Pine Mule Chest
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1840 19thC Pine Mule Chest W127 x D55 x H69cm.
Category

Antique 19th Century Blanket Chests

Materials

Pine

Georgian Elm Mule Chest.
Located in Skipton, GB
An Elm Mule Chest of the most wonderful colour and patina. This form is often found in early
Category

Antique 19th Century English George III Blanket Chests

Materials

Elm

18thC Oak Lancashire Mule Chest
Located in Altrincham, GB
18thC Oak Lancashire Mule Chest with Panelled Front and Sides Two with Brass Handles and a Lift up
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English Country Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass

Circa 1760, English Mule Chest
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1760 Georgian mule chest, from the North Country of England. Oak with mahogany cross banding
Category

Antique 1760s English Georgian Blanket Chests

Materials

Mahogany, Oak

18th Century oak mule chest
Located in Martlesham, GB
18th Century oak mule chest, the rectangular top opens on the original steel hinges to reveal a
Category

Antique 1750s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

New England Mule Chest, 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
A New England mule chest, 19th century. Pine with red wash, moulded lid and drawers, solid
Category

Antique 19th Century American Primitive Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Paint

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