Museum Collections
Luce Center
High chest
Object name
High chest
Date
1700-1730
Medium
Walnut, maple, pine, poplar
Dimensions
Overall: 61 3/4 x 39 3/4 x 21 in. ( 156.8 x 101 x 53.3 cm )
Description
Walnut-veneered William & Mary high chest; upper case with cyma-curve cornice molding, two drawers in line over three graduated drawers; lower case with center drawer flanked by square side drawers with arched skirt, six turned trumpet-shaped legs, flat scalloped stretchers on front and sides, straight stretcher on rear, and ball feet; brass quatrefoil mounts with teardrop pulls and escutcheons; upper case probably originally a chest of drawers, and entire piece has been heavily restored, with new legs, stretchers, top, and veneer.
Credit Line
Bequest of Mrs. Waldron P. Belknap, Sr.
Object Number
1960.60
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.





