In a House Divided, 1850-1890
Objects Toy chest of drawers, ca. 1870
Toy chest of drawers, ca. 1870

Possibly made in Mason City, IL
Renaissance Revival style
Walnut, black paint, porcelain

This small chest of drawers mimics the Renaissance Revival style that was very popular at the time. It was given to Rosa Dietz, age four, by Mrs. Watkins of Watkins and Thompson Furniture Co. in Mason City, IL.

Gift of Avis Hubbard, Mason City, IL (745041)



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