J128 19th Century Pennsylvania original red painted blanket chest with dovetailed case, applied dovetailed bracket base with cut out feet and applied molded edges around the lid. Nice hand inlaid escutcheon around the keyhole appears to be made of either bone or ivory. Clean, natural patina interior boasting original strap hinges, a molded edge lidded till and original crab lock. (NOTE: The lock is present, but has been removed as they were notorious for locking themselves.)
Measurements: 37” wide x 19 ½” deep x 23 ½” tall
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