Chest, Made for Elisabeth Mockersen, 1794
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Young women used chests like this one to store linens and other household goods in anticipation of their wedding day. The carnations painted on the front symbolized faithfulness and loyalty.
Young women used chests like this one to store linens and other household goods in anticipation of their wedding day. The carnations painted on the front symbolized faithfulness and loyalty.
Artifact
Chest (Case furniture)
Date Made
1794
Place of Creation
On Exhibit
at Henry Ford Museum in Fully Furnished
Object ID
63.31.15
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Pine (Wood)
Tulipwood
Technique
Painting (image-making)
Color
Black (Color)
White (Color)
Red
Dimensions
Height: 26 in
Width: 22.75 in
Length: 51.25 in
Inscriptions
On front: ELISABETH MOCKERSEN 1794
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