Trunk
Dateabout 1800-1850
MediumWood, nails, brass tacks, and blue paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 5 1/2 x 14 x 8in. (14 x 35.6 x 20.3cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineThe Newman S. Hungerford Museum Fund
Object number2000.59.0
DescriptionSmall trunk covered with dark brown leather trimmed in Moroccan red leather attached with round brass tacks and lined with blue paper. A woodcut paper label attached to the lid of the trunk shows a mounted soldier (militia?) with his saber drawn. The initials "EHL" have been stencilled on the underside of the trunk.
Status
Not on view
