Medicine Chest, Possibly Designed for Use aboard a Ship, 1835-1845
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It is believed this portable medicine chest was designed for use on board a ship. It also may have been used by a physician who traveled around a community to meet patients in rural homes. This kit may have included items such as Vitriol Alba, zinc sulfate, to cause vomiting, which is one way to cure a stomachache.
It is believed this portable medicine chest was designed for use on board a ship. It also may have been used by a physician who traveled around a community to meet patients in rural homes. This kit may have included items such as Vitriol Alba, zinc sulfate, to cause vomiting, which is one way to cure a stomachache.
Artifact
Medicine chest
Date Made
1835-1845
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
71.136.2
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Wood (Plant material)
Glass (Material)
Velvet (Fabric weave)
Brass (Alloy)
Dimensions
Height: 14.875 in
Width: 12 in
Length: 7.5 in
Inscriptions
N. STARKEY. / Manufacturer of Portable Desks, / Dressing Cases, Medicine chests, / All kinds of / FANCY CABINET FURNUTURE / 52 Walnut Street. / PHILADELPHIA
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