Steamer Trunk

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This steamer trunk is initialed A.S.H. and is filled with bags and jars of 19th century dry paint pigments. The initials are probably for Annie S. Higginson, who was the sister of Agnes Higginson Fuller. The trunk and pigments come from the Fuller studio at the Bars area of Deerfield, Massachusetts.

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Item typeHousehold Objects
Container
Painting
Tools & Equipment
CreatorAlexander McDonald
Datecirca 1850
PlaceDeerfield, Massachusetts
TopicTransportation, Travel, Tourism
Art, Music, Literature, Crafts
EraNational Expansion and Reform, 1816–1860
MaterialWood; Metal; Glass; Animal Product
Dimension detailsHeight: 12.25 in Width: 26.25 in Depth: 19.25 in
Catalog #2002.33.12
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Alexander McDonald. Steamer Trunk. Painting. ca. 1850. Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association, American Centuries. https://americancenturies.org/collection/2002-33-12/. Accessed on December 8, 2024.

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