Trunk

Original

Background Notes

see 1.38.1403 for additional examples of this decoration.

Curator Notes

Exact Title: 
Painted Domed Trunk with Swag and Spray Decoration, probably Central Massachusetts
Probable Date: 
c. 1820−30
Description: 
Wooden trunk with hinged domed cover. All corners mitered. Painted black with swag and spray decoration. The work of the same hand as appears on #1.38.28, 1.38.1012, 1.38.1224, 1.38.1249 and 1,38.1403. Front lock plate in place, but hasp missing. Interior lined with a plain paper, no handle on cover.
Author/Creator: 
unknown
Dimensions: 
12 1/2" h. x 32" w. x 16" d.
Institution: 
Old Sturbridge Village
Catalog Code: 
1.38.1404