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Object Name |
Chest of Drawers |
Catalog Number |
0985.05.00016 |
Description |
This roughly constructed pine chest has three drawers with the remnants of paint or a stain. There are no pulls or escutcheons that remain on the drawer faces. There is a brass plaque on the top that reads, "Used by Mr. Judah Benjamin 1862-65." |
Material |
wood/Metal/Brass |
Dimensions |
H-23.75 W-21.5 D-26.25 inches |
Owned |
Judah P. Benjamin |
Provenance |
This chest of drawers was used by Judah Benjamin in his governmental capacity during the Civil War. Benjamin served as Secretary of State, War and as Attorney General. |
People |
Benjamin, Judah P. |
Search Terms |
Jewish Jews |
Subjects |
Judaism Furniture |