Artist:American
Medium: Painted poplar, metal hardware
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Dates:1800-1825
Dimensions: 21 5/8 x 37 1/4 x 17 3/4 in. (54.9 x 94.6 x 45.1 cm)
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Accession Number: 51.245.2
Image: 51.245.2_acetate_bw.jpg,
Catalogue Description: Chest, poplar painted blue, lid hinged at back, ogee-shaped skirt with scalloped arch at center across; straight apron with slight scallops at ends, boxed feet; corners of chest dovetailed; grained light blue background; horizontal rows of combed half moons in dark blue; moons within each row face same direction, but direction alternates between rows. Condition: Left hinge not attached to top, left screw in this hinge is missing; right hinge loose, lid wired down front to molding; molding generally worn; apron split on left bracket; small red stain on apron; chips and scratches across front of lid; paint worn on top and numerous scratches; split at back left corner on top; worn around keyhole.