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Trunk

Object Name:
Trunk
Object ID:
1993.003.03
Date:
1860-1865
Description:
Trunk or chest. Used by Mason Weare Tappan (1817-1886) of Bradford, NH. Wood, painted dark green. Remnants of printed paper label on each end: "Hon. Mason Weare Tappan, / Bradford, New Hampshire". Also remnants of rope handle on each end. Hinged lid with two chamfered pieces of wood attached to top.
Material:
Wood
Paper
Fiber
Dimensions:
H-13.6 W-22 L-14 inches
Provenance:
Said to have been used by Col. Mason Weare Tappan (1817-1886) of Bradford, NH, during Civil War.
Credit Line:
Gift of Viola R. Goodenough
Subjects:
Boxes, Trunks
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