What Is a Mule Chest?

A mule chest is a low-mounted chest, typically with a row of drawers at its base. Mule chests come in many different sizes and designs.

Coffer

Mule chests are considered a type of coffer, which is a joined and paneled low chest often made of oak.

Lids

Attached to the top of a mule chest is what is often called a lid. Lids are simply solid pieces of wood that often extend beyond the width of the rest of the body.

Composition

Most commonly made of oak, mule chests can also be made of other types of wood, including cherry, maple and birch.

Drawers

While the majority of mule chests have a row of drawers at the bottom, they can also have a number of drawers going all the way up to the top.

Cabinets

Most mule chests have at least one cabinet equipped. These cabinet doors can be located above, between or next to the drawers.

Variations

Mule chests can be designed in different ways. They can come in many different colors and sizes, and the location of their cabinets and drawers vary widely.

References

• mercantila.com
• rsantiques.com
• dutchcrafters.com