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Antique American Painted Farmhouse Commode Mule Chest Blanket Storage Trunk 38"

About the Item

Primitive Antique American country farmhouse Poplar Commode / mule chest / blanket trunk featuring a hinged top with lower cabinet. Mule chests were popular in England and colonial America in the 17th century. The design solved the problem of difficult to reach items stored at the bottom of a trunk. Dimensions: 38" x 20.5" x 36"h
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 36 in (91.44 cm)Width: 38 in (96.52 cm)Depth: 20.5 in (52.07 cm)
  • Style:
    American Colonial (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. Structurally Solid. Warping, splitting, finish / paint loss, wood loss to feet.
  • Seller Location:
    Dayton, OH
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 444541stDibs: LU5343243918002

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