American Child Size Chippendale Blanket Chest

Appears to be first half of the 19th century, poplar, likely later lid with applied reeded molding, dovetailed case, base with applied molding and shaped bracket feet, front with stenciled FMP and with hearts to corners, left and right side panels stenciled 1862.

11 x 17.5 x 8.5 in.

From the Collection of Margaret P. Altany, Charlotte, NC

Likely replaced lid; scratching to all four sides; base and feet appear to be original.