Drafting case

Object/Artifact

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Historic Hudson Valley

Name/Title

Drafting case

Entry/Object ID

SS.63.47

Description

Rectangular box with arched, hinged cover, wood and metal bail handle, the front fitted with lock: wood covered with parchment which is strengthened and enhanced by arrangements of tacks in vertical bands centering swag-like elements.

Made/Created

Artist Information

Artist

Unknown

Attribution

Maker

Notes

Dates: 1800 - 1899 Date made: r. 1800 - 1899

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Overall

Height

8-3/8 in

Length

18 in

Dimension Notes

Display Dimensions: 8 3/8 x 18 in. (21.3 x 45.7 cm)

Material

Parchment, Leather, hide, metal (unspecified), Wood

Condition

Notes

Remarks: Noted during the course of winter cleaning in February 2020: the condition of this case has deteriorated; the covering overall is cracking and peeling more; the paper lining is more fragile; there is evidence of spider sacs and dead insects inside, as the case does not close or lock properly. For these reasons, the case was removed from display and the climate conditions within the cottage.

Notes

Remarks: Details of condition: Shows wear

General Notes

Note Type

Curatorial

Note

Deaccessioned in 2025 - broken; destroyed [CAM, 3/18/26]