Collections record Beta
Collection Record Detail
Object Name
Medical Chest
Object Number
1939-11-0
Description
Chest of drawers. Three false drawers on front. Top hinged to open. Half round quarter molding around lid for decoration. Linen straps (probably not original) hold lid to body of chest. Compartment on each side at top with center open for deeper compartment. Stained red. Hinges are not original but marks of original hinges still visible.
Comment
Accession file says chest was made by Abel Catlin 12 years prior to the Revolutionary War. He used this chest to carry and store his medical tools and equipment. He served seven years during the War.
Maker
Date Made
ca. 1764
Dimensions
20" high x 31 1/2" long x 13 1/2" deep
Materials
Social Tags (experimental)
