German 1870 Immigrant Trunk or Chest; bound for Kansas City

Hand made in Germany about 1870 for an immigrant, this trunk or chest is painted "D. Staufer, Valley Falls, Kansas, via Bremen & New York."

Pine with wooden pegs, dovetailed joinery and iron bindings, the paint is faded and worn, protected with clear varnish. One handle has been replaced, see photos.

Measurements of this rugged antique furniture are 44" wide, 25" deep and 29" tall.

Item # L-T7143