Name/Title
TrunkEntry/Object ID
2007.14.001Description
A small tan trunk with the covering pulling away around the opening. There is a wrapped handle on the top surrounded by tacks placed in a diamond shape. There is a black lock/latch on the front side below which there are the initials B B outlined with tacks. There are also tacks along the side corners. The trunk measures 21 inches by 10½ inches and is 8½ inches tall. Under the top lid is a label which says:
WILLIAM BELL
No. 15 School Street, Boston
Trunks, Coach & Gig,
Valises Harnesses
Carpet Bags
And All Other Articles In His Line of Business
The inside is tan with black dots. There are three pieces of strapping in the trunk - one top left, one bottom left and one right. side.Material
Paper, Metal, Wood, Nails
