Due to hazardous air quality, Greenfield Village and Ford Rouge Factory Tour will be closed July 17 to protect the health and safety of our guests and team members. All other public venues at The Henry Ford remain open.

Due to hazardous air quality, Greenfield Village and Ford Rouge Factory Tour will be closed July 17 to protect the health and safety of our guests and team members. All other public venues at The Henry Ford remain open.

Chest-on-Chest, 1780-1800

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Artifact Overview

Americans loved tall chest-on-chests for their efficient storage and impressive look. But how did you reach the top drawers? You had to stand on a stool or chair.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Chest-on-chest

Date Made

1780-1800

Creators

Place of Creation

Creator Notes

Attributed to Benjamin Frothingham, Charlestown, Masschusetts.

Location

at Henry Ford Museum in Fully Furnished

Object ID

29.953.2

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Mahogany
Pine (Wood)

Color

Brown

Dimensions

Height: 88 in
Width: 45.5 in
Length: 25 in

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