Chest, Made for Elisabeth Mockersen, 1794
THF156140 / Chest, Made for Elisabeth Mockersen, 1794
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Artifact Overview
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 Details
Artifact
Chest (Case furniture)
Date Made
1794
Place of Creation
Location
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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SetPennsylvania German Aesthetics
- 12 Artifacts
The Pennsylvania Germans, popularly known as the Pennsylvania "Dutch," were a vibrant immigrant community active in southeastern Pennsylvania in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The Henry Ford has a rich collection of objects that show the Pennsylvania Germans' flamboyant, whimsical, playful, and highly imaginative artistic style. These pieces are a few of the highlights.