Miniature Chest or Box
Date1750-1770
MediumBlack walnut, oak, and tulip poplar
DimensionsOH: 6 3/4"; OW: 16"; OD: 7 3/4"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1936-774
DescriptionSmall dovetailed chest with applied base molding (missing integral bracket feet) and butt-hinged lid with molded edge. Keyhole in upper center of the front board. Pierced brass escutcheon. Till with hinged likd inside proper right end, till has molded edge to lid and base.Woods: oak back, tulip poplar bottom. All other parts black walnut.ProvenancePurchased from Richmond antiques dealer Mrs. Robert M. Pulliam.
1750-1765
1720-1740
1769
1710-1730
1750-1800