Card Table, Owned by John Hancock, 1760-1790
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Artifact Overview
This card table belonged to John Hancock -- Revolutionary War patriot, statesman, merchant and one of the wealthiest people in America. Hancock inherited an elegant mansion overlooking the Boston Common; and like other wealthy gentlemen of this time, he delighted in playing cards. He could well afford to purchase this fine table to enjoy a game of cards with friends and political associates.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Card table
Date Made
1760-1790
Place of Creation
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Fully Furnished
Object ID
27.104.3
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Mahogany (Wood)
Color
Brown
Dimensions
Height: 28.75 in
Width: 18.25 in
Length: 28.875 in
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