Linen Press, 1730-1740
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Artifact Overview
This finely carved and inlaid press held a grand household's best linens. Impressive yet practical, this press was the finest pieces of furniture a person could purchase in early 18th century Boston. Owners often displayed such pieces in their parlors where they could be admired as symbols of wealth and good taste.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Linen press
Date Made
1730-1740
Creators
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Attributed to Ebenezer Hartshorne, Boston, Massachusetts.
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Fully Furnished
Object ID
71.94.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Purchased with funds provided by Mrs. Edsel B. Ford.
Material
Walnut (Wood)
Satinwood (Wood)
Brass (Alloy)
Rosewood (Wood)
Color
Brown
Gold (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 89.25 in
Width: 43.25 in
Length: 24 in
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