Case and bottles
Date1760-1810
OriginAmerica, New York
MediumCherry, sweet gum
DimensionsOH: 14"; OW: 21 1/4"; OD: 14 1/2"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1964-266,1
DescriptionFlat, plain, rectangular lid with applied, molded edges; top attached to rear of case by pair of concealed, wrought iron strap hinges; plain, straight sides and front, with exposed dovetails at corners; original, heart-shaped brass escutcheon at front center; interior divided into twelve compartments; chest rests on plain, molded applied base. (See separate records for three glass bottles with this chest).MarkingsNone found
ProvenanceDescended in Glen-Sanders family of Scotia, New York until purchased by CW. Specific history unknown.
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