North America, United States, ca. 1869 to early 1900s CE. A wooden and metal storage chest with wheels! This rustic piece is constructed from planks of wood with iron brackets. Both ends feature small wooden handles held in place with scallop-shaped fittings. The hinged lid opens and contains an iron latch and lock plate stamped “PAT'D MAR. 69,” likely a patent for the type of lock. Most innovative are four iron roller wheels attached to the bottom for ease of moving. Perhaps this small chest was used for a child while traveling, or for personal effects while at home. Size: 23.75" L x 11" W x 12" H (60.3 cm x 27.9 cm x 30.5 cm)

Provenance: private Glorieta, New Mexico, USA collection

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#161953

Losses to wooden lid as shown, with stable fissure down center and cracks. Chips, nicks, splintering to wood. Perforations and losses to knot holes. Nails are slightly protruding, and some metal areas are not flush with wood. Russet patina on metal areas. Lid articulates and wheels work!