Objects - Furniture
The furniture collection represents a range of styles, economic levels, and stories. It includes seating, case furniture, and other wooden decorative wares.
Blanket Chest
Name/Title
Blanket Chest
Lexicon
Description
Wooden blanket chest with a red finish. The top of the chests hinges upward from the back edge and secures with an interior lock. A drawer spans the width at the bottom and has two batwing escutcheon pulls and a central keyhole with a batwing escutcheon. It has bracket legs.
Acquisition
Accession
2014.60
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
2014.60.1237
Blanket Chest
Name/Title
Blanket Chest
Lexicon
Description
Small blanket chest painted with folk-art-style flowers on a green ground. The chest has a lift top with two exterior doors along the base. It sits on round feet.
Acquisition
Accession
1998.22
Made/Created
Artist Information
Mould, Ruth Greene (1894-1979)
Artist
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Paint
Entry/Object ID
1998.22.4
Context
Painted by Ruth Greene Mould.
Blanket Chest
Name/Title
Blanket Chest
Lexicon
Description
This is a blanket chest that features a paneled exterior lid/cover with decorative hammered brass finished metal protecting each of the four exterior corners. It has a medium dark stain. Inside the lid, there is a gold-colored plaque stating "This wood was taken from a log used by Col. Davis in building a dam in 1788 on the site now occupied by Lane MFG. Co." Additionally, there is a sliding cedar tray located inside the chest. The handles at each end of the chest and on the front of the lid are made of the same hammered metal as the corner protectors. On the front of the exterior, the initials "M.R." are also featured in hammered brass-colored metal, which stands for Maizie Rumsey. The plain bracket feet support the chest on each corner. The keyhole and lock on the chest are both made of brass, and the key to lock and unlock the chest is included with it.
Acquisition
Accession
2014.21
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Davis, Jacob (1739-1814), Lane Manufacturing Co., Rumsey, Maizie
Related Places
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Date made
1910-1982
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Metal, Brass
Entry/Object ID
2014.21.17
Context
Owned by Maizie Rumsey. Made from a log from a dam that was previously on the site of the Lane Manufacturing Company.
Blanket Chest
Name/Title
Blanket Chest
Lexicon
Description
Grain painted, three-drawer blanket chest. Appears to have five drawers, the top two are false and disguise a lift-top chest. Appears to be of mostly pine with joined construction. Drawer rails are nailed, but may have been added later. The chest shows evidence of bracket feet, now missing. The drawer fronts and sides are grain-painted to look like book-matched veneer. The remaining surfaces, save the back, are sponge painted in the same brown and yellow coloration. The drawers all show evidence of two-pin pulls, later replaced with the wooden knobs. Under the lid, there are small areas of surface that have plain red paint. The holes for the original pulls have been filled and the grain painting applied over. It's probable that the piece was originally plain red and later modified with the wooden pulls and elaborate grain painting.
Acquisition
Accession
1988.6
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Wheelock, Abijah
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
Calais
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Date made
1760-1780
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall dimension
Entry/Object ID
1988.6.1
Context
According to family history, this chest was brought to Calais, Vermont, by Abijah Wheelock in 1789. One of the earliest European families to settle in this area, objects associated with the Wheelocks held a certain colonial allure. It's evident that this chest went through a fair amount of modification. It was probably painted plain red, sported bracket feet, and simple brass pulls. At some time the feet were removed or broke off. The spectacular grain painting was added at a later date, perhaps as early as the 1820s. Vermont had a great tradition of grain painting - transforming plain furniture forms of soft woods into something akin to high style mahogany, curly maple, or figured fruit wood examples from prosperous cities.
Blanket Chest
Name/Title
Blanket Chest
Lexicon
Description
Blanket chest with lift top and one drawer in base. Bracket legs.
Acquisition
Accession
1964.25
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Northfield
Town
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1964.25.2
Blanket Chest
Name/Title
Blanket Chest
Lexicon
Description
Blanket chest with lifting top and lower drawers.
Acquisition
Accession
1957.1
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1957.1.196
Bookstand
Name/Title
Bookstand
Lexicon
Description
Wooden book stand with three legs. The legs are plainly formed, with rounded feet. The center post is turned and inscribed with a ring about halfway up. The top of the stand is a rectangle tilted at a 45° angle. At the bottom edge is a wooden protrusion for holding a book, now mostly broken off. There is a small, round disk attached with a metal rod to the right side of the stand for holding a candle.
Acquisition
Accession
2003.67
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
2003.67
Bookstand
Name/Title
Bookstand
Lexicon
Description
3-shelf bookcase on a rotating base.
Acquisition
Accession
2010.55
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Emerson
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
2010.55.1
Context
Made by Emerson of Burlington, Vermont
Candlestand
Interpretative Labels
Label
Stand, 1760-1800
Maple
Gift of Allyn and Charles Scott, #1948.4
In the fall of 1774, the men of Chester were asked to express their opinions about the actions of the British parliament. They met at the home of Jonathan Tarbell on October 10, 1774, and resolved to oppose those actions. They declared they would disobey and fight a government that didn’t protect their rights. These resolutions were copied into Chester’s Book of Town Records on September 2, 1776. Family legend states that, "to reaffirm their earlier declarations, forty-two men signed the record book as it sat on this table." After that, people referred to the Tarbell house as Chester’s Independence Hall.
Name/Title
Candlestand
Lexicon
Description
Candlestand with a round top and three slipper feet. The central post has vasiform turning in the Queen Anne style.
Acquisition
Accession
1948.4
Relationships
Related Events
American Revolutionary War
Event
Related Person or Organization
Tarbell, Jonathan
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
Chester
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Date made
1760-1800
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1948.4
Context
Used by Lt. Jonathan Tarbell in his Chester home, referred to as Chester's "Independence Hall."
Candlestand
Name/Title
Candlestand
Lexicon
Description
Tilt top candlestand with octagonal top. The stand has three legs that come together in the center. The center stem is turned in the shape of a vase.
Acquisition
Accession
1957.1
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Proctor, Betsy Parker (1792-1871)
Person or Organization
Made/Created
Time Period
19th Century
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1957.1.178
Context
Owned by Betsy Park Proctor, the mother of Governor Redfield Proctor.
Candlestand
Name/Title
Candlestand
Lexicon
Description
Modern candlestand with a round top and 3 short legs stemming from a central pedestal.
Acquisition
Accession
1994.28
Made/Created
Artist Information
Neudorfer, Robert
Artist
Date made
1980-1983
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1994.28
Context
Made by Robert Neudorfer in Roxbury, Vermont.
Card Table
Name/Title
Card Table
Lexicon
Description
Fabric-covered card table. It has turned legs fold in or out and are held in place when open by a thin slat of wood on the bottom that spans the length of the table. One wire staple is hammered into the bottom of one of the corners. The tabletop is covered with a loosely woven fabric consisting of two panels seamed together. Each of the tabletop corners has been covered with a piece of metal. There is evidence that a second pair of hinges was once on the bottom.
Acquisition
Accession
2010.57
Made/Created
Date made
1925-1945
Manufacturer
Readsboro Chair Manufacturing Company
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Metal, Nylon
Entry/Object ID
2010.57
Context
Made by Readsboro Chair Mfg. Co. in Readsboro, Vermont
Carving Pattern
Name/Title
Carving Pattern
Lexicon
Description
Wooden board with decorative ivy designs cut from paper pasted onto one side. One design is a symmetrical medallion that appears to have been cut from a letter. Portions of the design have been cut into the board. The other design is a border element cut from wallpaper.
Use
Likely an unfinished pattern for carving tombstones.
Acquisition
Accession
1966.15
Made/Created
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1966.15.57
Context
Made in Northfield, Vermont
Cellarette
Interpretative Labels
Label
Horatio Seymour of Middlebury built his federal home (1815-1820) and put this furniture in a niche in the dining room. Until acquired by VHS, these were the only known pieces of pre-1850 Vermont furniture that were in the house, still in the original spot, where their owner placed them. The building and the furniture, the latest fashion of the day, reflected Seymour's wealth and status in the community. A lawyer by training, Seymour was elected U.S. Senator from Vermont serving from 1821 to 1833. His home, located next to the Congregational Church, was lived in by his descendants, the Battells and Swifts, who gave it to Middlebury in 1932. It is known today as the Community House.
Middlebury was a bustling and thriving town when Seymour purchased this furniture. There were several cabinetmakers capable of making stylish pieces that these, but at this point we don't know which one produced these two. The sideboard was used to hold serving pieces, linens, and silverware. The cellaret, a rare furniture form in Vermont, has square wooden compartments inside for holding bottles of wine and liquor.
Name/Title
Cellarette
Lexicon
Description
This is a mahogany cellarette that features 12 square sections designed to hold glass bottles. The cellaret stands on turned legs, and it is mounted with brass casters. At the center front of the cellaret, there is a brass keyhole for the lock. The lid of the cellaret has a beveled top.
Use
Used to store bottles of liquor.
Acquisition
Accession
2014.37
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Seymour, Horatio (1778-1857)
Person or Organization
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1820
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Mahogany
Entry/Object ID
2014.37.1
Context
Owned by Horatior Seymour of Middlebury, Vermont
Chair
Name/Title
Chair
Lexicon
Description
Diminutive, red-painted wooden ladder-back chair, sized for a child. There is a crocheted antimacassar at the top of the chair back, covering the highest rail. The seat is woven cane.
Acquisition
Accession
1943.13
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Weeks, Hattie Jane Dyer (1859-1942)
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
Middlebury
Town
Addison County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Material
Wood, Paint
Entry/Object ID
1943.13.2a-b
Context
Owned by Hattie Jane Dyer Weeks of Middlebury, Vermont.
Chair
Interpretative Labels
Label
Daniel M. Tuthill was born in Westminster in 1807 and probably learned his trade from one of the local cabinetmakers working in Windham County. Tuthill had his own business in the Saxton's River section of Rockingham by 1833. This chair is similar to thousands of others that were mass produced in New England at that time. It is stenciled on the back in gold, "D.M. Tuthill/Saxton's Village, VT/Warranted." Tuthill would have employed several people in his furniture factory, probably on a seasonal basis to make the pieces, assemble, paint, stencil, and make the chair seats. In addition to chairs Tuthill made clocks, mirrors and picture frames and cabinet furniture in the early 1840s. By 1850 Tuthill had moved, like so many other Vermonters, to western New York where he continued to practice his trade.
Though this chair was one of hundreds made at Tuthill's factory, it still reflects the considerable skill required to make and finish. Note the variety and layers of color used to decorate it. The chair seat is not original to this piece.
Name/Title
Chair
Lexicon
Description
Black chair upholstered with a yellow velvet seat (not original). The rails are stenciled in gold with a pattern of leaves and flowers, and there is an urn at the center of the top rail. The apron, front legs, and front stretcher are decoratively turned and accented with gold paint. The back of the center rail is stenciled with the inscription, "D. M. TUTHILL SAXTON'S VILLAGE, VT WARRANTED". The black paint on the back of the chair is lightly applied, showing red paint underneath.
Acquisition
Accession
2009.5
Made/Created
Artist Information
Tuthill, Daniel Mason (1807-1876)
Artist
Date made
circa 1840
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Silk
Entry/Object ID
2009.5
Context
Made by Daniel M. Tuthill in Saxtons River, Vermont
Chair
Name/Title
Chair
Lexicon
Description
This is a side chair that was originally part of a set, likely consisting of 12 chairs. The chair boasts an intricate painted design that covers the back slats, apron, uprights, legs, and stretchers. Notably, the top back slat features a detailed painting of Burlington, showcasing a brick church, buildings, and a picturesque landscape with a lake, mountains, and trees. On the backside of the chair, there is a handwritten inscription in pencil that reads "Mr. C W Baker."
Acquisition
Accession
2013.7
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Abbott, John (1792-1839), Herrick, John (1793-1872), Wood, Thomas (b. 1798)
Made/Created
Artist Information
Nichols, Samuel (1793-1869), Curtis, Charles (1801-1876)
Date made
1822
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Rush
Entry/Object ID
2013.7
Context
One of the Bank of Burlington's set of director's chairs.
Chair
Name/Title
Chair
Lexicon
Description
Ladderback chair with decoratively pierced rails. Each rail has a heart shape cut out of the middle flanked by a rounded wedge. Each slat is wavy instead of straight across. It has a rush seat and decoratively carved apron (modern)
Acquisition
Accession
1957.1
Made/Created
Date made
1800
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Maple
Entry/Object ID
1957.1.22
Chair
Name/Title
Chair
Lexicon
Description
Knuckle arm Windsor chair with a plank seat, which has reportedly been used at the first Firehouse in Montpelier. It features a heavy construction and is not refined, with a dark stain. The back of the chair has two indentations, suggesting that something has previously been attached to it. Additionally, an impressed stamp reading "N. Goodale" can be found on the bottom of the chair, potentially indicating the name of its maker.
Acquisition
Accession
2013.30
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Goodale, Normus (1806-1878)
Person or Organization
Made/Created
Artist Information
Goodale, Normus (1806-1878)
Artist
Date made
circa 1850
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
2013.30.1
Context
Said to have been used at the first Firehouse in Montpelier, Vermont.
Chair
Name/Title
Chair
Lexicon
Description
Green-painted wooden chair with a caned seat. The chair is constructed from unmolded or carved wooden boards, with three vertical slats on the back. The caning on the seat is broken through at the center.
Acquisition
Accession
2013.45
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Vermont State Hospital
Person or Organization
Made/Created
Date made
1930-1940
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Rattan
Entry/Object ID
2013.45.1
Context
Made by an unidentified patient at the Vermont State Hospital in Waterbury, Vermont
Chair
Name/Title
Chair
Lexicon
Description
Green-painted wooden chair with a caned seat. The chair is constructed from unmolded or carved wooden boards, with three vertical slats on the back. The caning on the seat is broken through at the center.
Acquisition
Accession
2013.45
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Vermont State Hospital
Person or Organization
Made/Created
Date made
1930-1940
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Rattan
Entry/Object ID
2013.45.2
Context
Made by an unidentified patient at the Vermont State Hospital in Waterbury, Vermont
Chair
Name/Title
Chair
Lexicon
Description
Black-painted bow back windsor chair. It has 9 back spindles, and each arm has 3 spindles. The legs are modified vase and ring turned with turned side stretcher and a single turned cross stretcher. A channel has been cut in the back of the seat, with some sections of it filled with paint. The seat has a slight curved indent where the most forward arm spindle is attached. The underside of the seat is unpainted, and there is no maker's mark.
Acquisition
Accession
2018.18
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Paint
Entry/Object ID
2018.18.9
Chair
Name/Title
Chair
Lexicon
Description
This chair is a red ladder-back style and has a twill-woven rush seat. It has plain-turned legs and stiles. The back rails of the chair are shaped with a slight right at the center and there are three rails on the back in total. The joins of the chair are held together with wooden pegs.
Acquisition
Accession
2013.53
Made/Created
Artist Information
Coolidge, Josiah
Artist
Date made
circa 1840
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
2013.53.1
Context
Made by Josiah Coolidge in Plymouth Noth, Vermont
Chair
Name/Title
Chair
Lexicon
Description
Black-painted captain's chair. It has 8 spindles and a thick crest rail that bends to become the chair's arms. There are two stretchers between the legs on either side, and 1 each in the front and back.
Acquisition
Accession
2014.60
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Fussell, Clyde G., Spaulding, Jacob, Hosmer, Willis
Related Places
Place
Barre City
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
2014.60.1254
Context
Possibly sat in at assembly by Jacob Spaulding. Later used by Willis Hosmer and Dr. Clyde G. Fussell.
Chair
Name/Title
Chair
Lexicon
Description
Yellow grain painted windsor chair with a scrolled seat. The crest rail is stenciled with a fruit basket design (now faded). The chair is sponge painted in imitation of curly maple.
Acquisition
Accession
2015.39
Made/Created
Artist Information
Ingalls, Samuel (1786-1854)
Artist
Date made
circa 1830
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Paint
Entry/Object ID
2015.39.1
Context
Made by Samuel Ingalls in Danville, Vermont
Chair
Name/Title
Chair
Lexicon
Description
Yellow grain painted windsor chair with a scrolled seat. The crest rail is stenciled with a fruit basket design (now faded). The chair is sponge painted in imitation of curly maple.
Acquisition
Accession
2015.39
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Ingalls, Samuel (1786-1854)
Person or Organization
Made/Created
Artist Information
Ingalls, Samuel (1786-1854)
Artist
Date made
circa 1830
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overal
Materials
Material
Wood, Paint
Entry/Object ID
2015.39.2
Context
Made by Samuel Ingalls in Danville, Vermont
Chair
Name/Title
Chair
Lexicon
Description
Side chair with decoratively pierced splat and comb-shaped top rail. The seat is upholstered with brocaded silk in a geometric pattern.
Acquisition
Accession
1957.1
Entry/Object ID
1957.1.171
Chair
Name/Title
Chair
Lexicon
Description
Fan back Windsor chair with stepped crest rail. Some of the original yellow paint remains, showing horizontal strips in imitation of bamboo.
Acquisition
Accession
1957.1
Made/Created
Artist Information
Attributed to
Attribution
Entry/Object ID
1957.1.168
Context
Possibly made in New Hampshire
Chair
Name/Title
Chair
Lexicon
Description
Fan back Windsor chair with stepped crest rail.
Acquisition
Accession
1957.1
Made/Created
Artist Information
Attributed to
Attribution
Entry/Object ID
1957.1.158
Context
Possibly made in New Hampshire
Chair
Name/Title
Chair
Lexicon
Description
This is a ladder back chair that was crafted with a reed seat. It features three slats on the back, as well as two rungs on both the front and sides of the chair. The back of the chair only has one rung, which was likely intentional as part of its design. Upon close inspection, it is evident that the wood on the chair shows traces of red and green paint. The backs of the slats are gouged, while the bottom slat appears to be severely cracked. The reed seat of the chair is wider towards the front than it is towards the back, and it seems to have been replaced at some point in the past.
Acquisition
Accession
2010.31
Made/Created
Artist Information
Simmons, George W. (1803-1861)
Artist
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
2010.31.3
Context
Made by George W. Simmons in North Bennington, Vermont
Chair
Name/Title
Chair
Lexicon
Description
Bird's eye maple chair with caned seat. The legs are turned. The splat is vasiform.
Acquisition
Accession
1957.1
Entry/Object ID
1957.1.153
Chair
Name/Title
Chair
Lexicon
Description
Splat-backed side chair with caned seat. The chair is grain painted with yellow outlines imitating inlay. The splat is vase shaped.
Acquisition
Accession
1976.43
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Kent's Corner
Village
Calais
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Rattan
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.155a
Context
Likely owned by a member of the Kent family in Calais, Vermont.
Chair
Name/Title
Chair
Lexicon
Description
White-painted side chair with rush seat. The back of the chair is decoratively painted on the rail with flowers and feathers.
Acquisition
Accession
1957.1
Dimensions
Entry/Object ID
1957.1.146
Chair
Interpretative Labels
Label
Slat-back Armchair, c. 1830
Attributed to Benjamin W. Powers (1788-1866)
East Lyndon, Vermont
Maple, ash
Gift of Elizabeth Harris Brown, #1966.57.2
Benjamin W. Powers was the progenitor of three generations of chairmakers who worked in East Lyndon for almost a century. According to tradition, Powers began to work in the town soon after his marriage in 1814. He developed a specific style of slat-back chair with a woven ash seat, which in the mushroom turnings of the arms and placement and number of rungs resembles chairs made in the Plymouth Colony during the seventeenth century. Whether this similarity was intentional (1820 was the bicentennial of the landing in Plymouth) or simply coincidental is unknown. In either instance, the basic shape was only slightly modified over the years by his son Benjamin F. Powers (1816-1897) and his grandson Henry G. Powers (1840-1901). The two later generations usually stenciled their names on the back of the middle slat of their chairs.
Name/Title
Chair
Lexicon
Description
Slat-back arm chair with acorn finials and mushroom turnings on the arms. Original paint has been stripped. Three, slightly arched back-splats. Unusual, three side-stretchers.
Acquisition
Accession
1966.57
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Lyndon
Town
Caledonia County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Related Publications
The Best the Country Affords
Publication
Made/Created
Artist Information
Powers, Benjamin Woods (1788-1866)
Artist
Attributed to
Attribution
Date made
circa 1830
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Wood, Ash Splint
Entry/Object ID
1966.57.2
Web Links and URLs
Chair
Name/Title
Chair
Lexicon
Description
Wooden chair with plank seat. The back has a turned rail at the top, a flat rail in the middle, and 4 spindles between the lower rail and the seat. The legs are turned and connected by stretchers on all four sides. It is burned with the mark, "SI", on the bottom of the seat, and the letters "C.F." are painted in white on the bottom of the seat.
Acquisition
Accession
2011.21
Made/Created
Artist Information
Ingalls, Samuel (1786-1854)
Artist
Date made
1807-1834
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
2011.21.1
Context
Made by Samuel Ingalls of Danville, Vermont
Chair
Name/Title
Chair
Lexicon
Description
Wooden chair with plank seat. The back has a turned rail at the top, a flat rail in the middle, and 4 spindles between the lower rail and the seat. The legs are turned and connected by stretchers on all four sides. It is burned with the mark, "SI", on the bottom of the seat.
Acquisition
Accession
2011.21
Made/Created
Artist Information
Ingalls, Samuel (1786-1854)
Artist
Date made
1807-1834
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
2011.21.2
Context
Made by Samuel Ingalls in Danville, Vermont
Chair
Name/Title
Chair
Lexicon
Description
Plain wooden desk chair with two rails across the back. It has a square plank seat and the legs are connected by stretches on all four sides.
Acquisition
Accession
2011.41
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Lindner, Erwin Schaffer (1915-1980), Civilian Conservation Corps
Related Places
Place
Stowe
Town
Lamoille County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Date made
1934-1938
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
2011.41.1.2
Context
Used by Erwin S. Lindner while working for the Civilian Conservation Corp in Stowe, Vermont
Chair
Name/Title
Chair
Lexicon
Description
Wooden desk chair with a wide back rail and 5 square spindles. It has slightly convex arms, and a shaped plank seat.
Acquisition
Accession
2011.41
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
2011.41.2
Chair
Name/Title
Chair
Lexicon
Description
Yellow-painted windsor chair. The back has 7 spindles and a wide crest rail. The rail, spindle, and legs are banded with black striping. The seat is grain painted in repeating half circles. The rail is painted with 3 swirling lines, framing areas of discoloration that may indicate now lost areas of applied decoration.
Acquisition
Accession
2016.22
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Randolph
Town
Orange County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Date made
1825-1835
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
2016.22.6
Context
Found in Randolph, Vermont
Chair
Name/Title
Chair
Lexicon
Description
Yellow-painted windsor chair. The back has 7 spindles and a wide crest rail. The rail, spindle, and legs are banded with black striping.
Acquisition
Accession
2016.22
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Randolph
Town
Orange County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Date made
1825-1835
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Paint
Entry/Object ID
2016.22.7
Context
Found in Randolph, Vermont
Chair Back
Name/Title
Chair Back
Lexicon
Description
Top of a chair back carved with leaves and flowers.
Acquisition
Accession
1948.11
Relationships
Related Events
Civil War
Event
Related Person or Organization
Hurley, John Henry (1836-1909), 1st Vermont Infantry, 7th Vermont Infantry
Related Places
,
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1860
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1948.11.2
Context
Cut from the back of a chair in a burning building in Baton Rouge during the Civil War by Sergeant John Henry Hurley of Northfield, Vermont.
Chair Seat
Name/Title
Chair Seat
Lexicon
Description
Solid wooden chair seat that has been drilled with small holes of various sizes in a circular pattern. The pattern is centered on the seat.
Acquisition
Accession
1983.10
Made/Created
Artist Information
Mayo, David (1847-1934)
Artist
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1983.10.17
Context
Made by David Mayo in Montpelier, Vermont
Chest of Drawers
Name/Title
Chest of Drawers
Lexicon
Description
Four-drawer dresser with decorative inlay around the drawer fronts. Each drawer has two oval brass pulls. It sits on tall turned legs.
Acquisition
Accession
1957.1
Dimensions
Entry/Object ID
1957.1.197
Chest of Drawers
Name/Title
Chest of Drawers
Lexicon
Description
Bow-fronted dresser with birdseye maple drawer fronts. It has four drawers, each with two oval brass pulls. The corners are decorated with fluted wood columns. The top and bottom edges are decorated with scrolled carving.
Acquisition
Accession
1957.1
Dimensions
Entry/Object ID
1957.1.192
Chest of Drawers
Name/Title
Chest of Drawers
Lexicon
Description
7-drawer chest of drawers made of cherry and white pine. The chest has a flat front with 5 rows of drawers. There are 3 drawers in the top row; each lower drawer spans the entire width of the chest. The drawers have large, round brass pulls. The sides of the front are carved with acanthus leaves, and the legs are decoratively turned. The backboard has scrolled ends. It is signed, "Aaron Miltimore / Weston Vermont".
Acquisition
Accession
2005.45
Made/Created
Artist Information
Miltimore, Aaron (1801-1852)
Artist
Date made
1827-1839
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Cherry, White Pine
Entry/Object ID
2005.45a-h
Context
Made by Aaron Miltimore in Weston, Vermont
Chest of Drawers
Name/Title
Chest of Drawers
Lexicon
Description
Chest of drawers with 4 drawers. The front is slight bowed, and each drawer front is inlaid with a frame of dark wood surrounding a panel of maple. There are 2 brass pulls on each drawer, and it has plain curved feet. The pulls are molded with grapes and a daisy.
Acquisition
Accession
1973.27
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Templeton, Horatio (1819-1895), Templeton, Rhoda Folsom (1816-1901)
Related Places
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Related Publications
The Best the Country Affords
Publication
Made/Created
Date made
1810-1819
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Maple, Brass
Entry/Object ID
1973.27.1
Context
Owned by Horatio and Rhoda Templeton in Montpelier, Vermont
Chest of Drawers
Name/Title
Chest of Drawers
Lexicon
Description
Chest of drawers with four drawers of the same size having 2 pulls each and key locks. It has a shaped base at the front and sides. While it originally had 2 small glove drawers on top, there remain only 4 holes, and the surface is painted in black and green where the drawers would have been. It is grain painted in imitation of zebra maple.
Acquisition
Accession
1976.43
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Kent's Corner
Village
Calais
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.119a-e
Context
Likely owned by a member of the Kent family in Calais, Vermont.
Chest of drawers
Name/Title
Chest of drawers
Lexicon
Description
Chest of drawers with 4 drawers. The top 3 drawers have 2 brass knobs each [replaced]. The bottom drawer has two glass pulls. There is a center keyhole in each drawer. The chest is supported by fluted legs.
Acquisition
Accession
1982.26
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Middlebury
Town
Addison County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Material
Wood, Brass, Glass
Entry/Object ID
1982.26.1a-e
Context
Owned by a member of the Swift or Stewart families of Middlebury, Vermont
Clock
Name/Title
Clock
Lexicon
Description
Wooden mantle clock with a mirrored door. The clock face has hand-painted Arabic numerals, and the corners are decorated in gold paint.
Acquisition
Accession
1976.43
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Kent's Corner
Village
Calais
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Date made
1840
Manufacturer
Rawson, Jason R.
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Glass, Metal
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.164a-d
Context
Made by Jason R. Rawson in Saxtons River, Vermont. Owned by a member of the Kent family in Calais, Vermont.
Clock
Name/Title
Clock
Lexicon
Description
Black wooden mantel clock. The body of the clock is square with cut of corners. It has an inset, round face framed in brass with a glass front.
Acquisition
Accession
1967.104
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Jay, John (1745-1829)
Person or Organization
Related Places
,
Materials
Material
Wood, Metal, Glass
Entry/Object ID
1967.104a-b
Context
Given to the Episcopal Bishop of Island Pond, VT, by John Jay (1745-1829).
Clock
Interpretative Labels
Label
Clock
France
Gift of the State of Vermont, 1964.63.125
In 1949, the French people shipped 49 boxcars filled with tokens of gratitude for the trainloads of food, clothing, and medicine that the United States had sent in 1947 to assist France's recovery following World War II. The "Merci Train," a response to the "American Friendship Train," arrived in February.
There was an antique boxcar full of gifts and messages for each of the 48 states, plus one for Hawaii and the District of Columbia to share. Vermont's boxcar arrived in the state aboard a flatbed car on February 9. It made short stops in Brattleboro, Bellows Falls, and White River Junction on its way to Montpelier. The official welcoming ceremony took place on February 10, and included Governor Ernest W. Gibson Jr. and Count Max de Montalembert, the French vice-consul in Boston.
Vermont's boxcar contained hundreds of items--dolls, toys, paintings, crafts, pencil boxes, embroidered collars, wooden puppets, ornamental fans, paintings, vases, trinkets, books, cards, and letters. Some of the artwork was given to the Fleming Museum at the University of Vermont in Burlington, some French books to Middlebury College, and individual items were sent via legislators to towns and libraries throughout the state. The remainder--nearly 200 items--has been in the custody of and stored at the Vermont Historical Society.
Pieces from the collection have been displayed twice since they arrived in that boxcar 70 years ago--in the 1950s and in 1988.
Name/Title
Clock
Lexicon
Description
Wooden clock with ornately carved front. The front panel features floral carvings and inserted turnings. A round clock face is attached to the center. The front opens to reveal a space on the inside with a label indicating that it was given to the Merci Train.
Acquisition
Accession
1964.63
Relationships
Related Events
World War II
Event
Related Person or Organization
Merci Train
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
France
Country
Europe
Made/Created
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Glass, Metal
Entry/Object ID
1964.63.125
Context
Given to the people of Vermont from the people of France as part of the Merci Train after World War II.
Clock
Name/Title
Clock
Lexicon
Description
Wooden mantle clock with mirror-front door. The front of the clock is flanked by two columns, each painted black and stenciled with gold. The top of the clock has a decorative panel that is also painted black with gold stenciling. The face of the clock has roman numerals and the corners are decorated with gold scrollwork. The back wall of the interior is papered with a label that reads, "IMPROVED CLOCKS, MANUFACTURED AND SOLD BY E. M. BARNS, Chimney Point, Vermont. Warrented [sic] if well used."
Acquisition
Accession
1994.9
Made/Created
Artist Information
Barnes, Edgar Merriam (1805-1871)
Artist
Date made
1830-1834
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Metal, Glass, Paper
Entry/Object ID
1994.9.1
Context
Made by Edgar Merriam Barnes in Addison, Vermont
Cobbler's Bench
Name/Title
Cobbler's Bench
Lexicon
Description
Green-painted work bench with vise. The bench has two stretchers across the short ends, and one stretcher across the long sides. There is a large wooden vise at one of the legs with an unpainted, turned wood handle. The underside of the bench is unpainted.
Acquisition
Accession
1945.30
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1945.30
Commode
Name/Title
Commode
Lexicon
Description
Commode or dry sink grain painted in imitation of zebra maple. The top surface lifts up to reveal an open area. Beneath that are two small drawers that open to the front, and at the bottom is a cabinet with hinged door. There is a false door painted on the right side of the commode.
Acquisition
Accession
1976.43
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Kent's Corner
Village
Calais
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.118a-b
Context
Likely owned by a member of the Kent family in Calais, Vermont.
Corner Chair
Name/Title
Corner Chair
Lexicon
Description
Corner chair with a rush seat. The chair has a U-shaped rail forming the back and arms.
Acquisition
Accession
1957.1
Entry/Object ID
1957.1.149
Corner Shelf
Name/Title
Corner Shelf
Lexicon
Description
This is a corner shelf made of red wood with a mahogany stain. It has three tiers and is ornately carved with cutouts of leaves, circles, crosses, scrolls, and a lyre. The shelves are screwed to the backboard.
Acquisition
Accession
2006.61
Made/Created
Artist Information
Waters, Fred (1836-1915)
Artist
Date made
1900-1910
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Metal
Entry/Object ID
2006.61.29
Context
Made by Fred Waters in Barre, Vermont
Corner Shelf
Name/Title
Corner Shelf
Lexicon
Description
Hanging corner shelf with 2 shelves. The frame is carved into grape vines with grapes and leaves. The shelves are hinged on the proper left to fold flat.
Acquisition
Accession
1976.43
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1880
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.1
Context
Likely owned by a member of the Kent family in Calais, Vermont.
Corner Shelf
Name/Title
Corner Shelf
Lexicon
Description
Black-painted wooden corner shelf decorated with leather flowers, leaves, and vines. The shelves are separated by decoratively molded arms that bow outward. There are 5 shelves, each smaller than the one below.
Acquisition
Accession
1976.43
Made/Created
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Leather
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.29
Context
Made in the Kent family leather shop in Calais, Vermont.
Corner Shelf
Name/Title
Corner Shelf
Lexicon
Description
Carved slate corner shelf painted to look like marble. It has 3 large scalloped edge. The background is black with beige and maroon highlights. The underside has a black finish but is not marbleized.
Acquisition
Accession
2012.23
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Slate
Entry/Object ID
2012.23.6
Cradle
Name/Title
Cradle
Lexicon
Description
Wooden rocking cradle sized for use by a baby. It has straight, flared sides that are higher at the head. It sits perpendicular on two rockers allowing it to rock side to side. It is painted white with evidence of prior paint colors, including red, visible.
Acquisition
Accession
2014.60
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Paint
Entry/Object ID
2014.60.1239
Cradle
Name/Title
Cradle
Lexicon
Description
Wooden rocking cradle sized for use by a baby. It has straight, flared sides that are higher at the head. It sits perpendicular on two rockers allowing it to rock side to side. It is unpainted.
Acquisition
Accession
2014.60
Dimensions
Entry/Object ID
2014.60.1240
Cradle
Name/Title
Cradle
Lexicon
Description
Long cradle, sized for an adult. It sits on rockers on the long ends.
Acquisition
Accession
1945.25
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Galusha, Truman (1786-1859)
Person or Organization
Dimensions
Entry/Object ID
1945.25
Context
Used by Truman Galusha as an adult.
Cradle
Name/Title
Cradle
Lexicon
Description
Red walnut rocking cradle with burl graining. The cradle consists of a rectangular base with flaring walls that rise into a cover over the head. The edges of the cover, or tester, are cut into a baluster shape, and the top is rounded by using three boards. The cradle is on two rockers, placed at the head and foot. The shield-shaped back board (or headboard) is pine.
Acquisition
Accession
1960.119
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Scott, Lemuel, Jr. (1790-1878)
Person or Organization
Made/Created
Date made
1790
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1960.119
Context
Used by Lemuel Scott Jr. (born January 4, 1790), the first male born in Fletcher, Vermont
Desk
Interpretative Labels
Label
Desk, circa 1760
New England
Mahogany
Gift of Margaret Hyde Fay Brown, #1922.14.2
Ethan Allen, Thomas Chittenden, and Dr. Jonas Fay all used this desk when they stayed at the Catamount Tavern. The proprietor of the tavern, Stephen Fay, hosted these and other men when they met to organize the Green Mountain Boys, fight the British advancing on Bennington, and plan how Vermont would be governed.
Stephen’s wife Ruth may have sat at this desk in the fall of 1777 as she struggled to write a difficult letter to relatives in Connecticut. She had lost her son, John, at the Battle of Bennington, and his wife and two baby sons died unexpectedly a few weeks later.
Name/Title
Desk
Lexicon
Description
Fall front mahogany desk with four drawers. The slanted portion at the top of the desk folds down to rest on two pull-out supports on either side of the top drawer.
Acquisition
Accession
1922.14
Relationships
Related Events
American Revolutionary War
Event
Related Person or Organization
Fay, Stephen (1715-1781), Allen, Ethan (1738-1789), Chittenden, Thomas (1730-1797), Fay, Jonas (1736-1818)
Related Places
,
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1760
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Metal
Entry/Object ID
1922.14.2
Context
Used by Stephen Fay at the Catamount Tavern in Bennington during the Revolutionary War. Thomas Chittenden, Ethan Allen, and Jonas Fay reportedly also used this desk at the tavern.
Desk
Name/Title
Desk
Lexicon
Description
Narrow wooden desk with two lifting writing surfaces. The desk has a slanted top that opens into two shallow storage boxes. The desk sits on H-shaped piers, supported by a stretcher across the bottom. The piers are stained a dark color than the top of the desk and are scrolled and decorated with applied, carved bull's eyes. The right side of the desk has two metal plaques, one reading, "Seat of Consuela Northrup Bailey 1951 First lady speaker of the House", and the other reading, "Seat of Miss Edna L. Beard First lady member 1921".
Acquisition
Accession
1976.54
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Bailey, Consuelo Northrup, Beard, Edna
Related Places
Place
Vermont State House
Building
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Brass
Entry/Object ID
1976.54
Context
Used by both Edna Beard, first female member of the Vermont State House of Representatives, and Consuela Northrup Bailey, first female Speaker of the House of the Vermont State House of Representatives
Web Links and URLs
Desk
Name/Title
Desk
Lexicon
Description
Campaign-style field desk. It has tapered legs. The top folds open to reveal a writing surface. There is one drawer with two knobs.
Acquisition
Accession
1990.34
Relationships
Related Events
War of 1812
Event
Related Person or Organization
Davis, Parley (1766-1854)
Person or Organization
Related Places
,
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1800
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1990.34.1
Context
May have been used at the Battle of Plattsburg during the War of 1812 by General Perley Davis of Montpelier, Vermont.
Desk
Interpretative Labels
Label
Secretary, c. 1840
Attributed to James W. Stevens (1815-1870)
Craftsbury, Vermont
Mahogany, pine, and basswood
Bequest of Carolyn A. Pratt, 1966.7
James Wellington Stevens was born at Middlebury in 1815 and was apprenticed to a man named Sweet before moving to Craftsbury shortly after his twenty-first birthday in 1836. According to the entries in his extant account books, also in the collection of VHS, he began to work in June of 1836 and continued until 1855. This corroborates family history, which states that he ceased cabinetmaking "in the fifties" and opened a daguerreotype studio in town.
Stevens' account books reveal that he was typical of Vermont's versatile woodworkers, recording jobs from the making of "18 shoe patterns" to "setting glass in school house." The range of his furniture production was also broad, from a 98-cent footstool to a $19.50 sofa. In between were center, dining, and tea tables, French bedsteads, sets of "fancy" chairs, and bureaus. Accompanying the account books are several 19th-century stencil patterns and early transfer decals.
Name/Title
Desk
Lexicon
Description
Secretary (Desk) of pine veneered with mahogany. Made in two parts, desk and bookcase. Distinctive, applied cyma-curve columns and scrolled front legs. Bookcase has glazed doors and two shelves. Desk opens to reveal writing surface, two small drawers, and eight pigeon-holes. The base includes two large drawers with replacement brass pulls.
Acquisition
Accession
1966.7
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Paddock, James Augustus (1798-1867)
Person or Organization
Related Publications
The Best the Country Affords
Publication
Made/Created
Artist Information
Stevens, James Wellington (1815-1870)
Artist
Attributed to
Attribution
Date made
circa 1840
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Pine, Mahogany
Entry/Object ID
1966.7.1a-g
Context
Attributed to Craftsbury cabinetmaker James Wellington Stevens. Owned by Judge James A. Paddock.
Web Links and URLs
Desk
Name/Title
Desk
Lexicon
Description
Fall front desk with four drawers.
Acquisition
Accession
1966.7
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Crafts, Samuel Chandler (1768-1853)
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
Craftsbury
Village
Craftsbury
Town
Orleans County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Entry/Object ID
1966.7.2
Context
Owned by Governor Samuel Crafts
Desk
Name/Title
Desk
Lexicon
Description
Plain wooden desk with side drawers. There are 3 stacked drawers on the left and 3 on the right. There is a wide, shallow drawer at the center, above the chair opening.
Use
Lindner, Erwin S. (1915-1980)
Acquisition
Accession
2011.41
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Lindner, Erwin Schaffer (1915-1980), Civilian Conservation Corps
Related Places
Place
Stowe
Town
Lamoille County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Date made
1934-1938
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Metal
Entry/Object ID
2011.41.1.1a-g
Context
Used by Erwin S. Lindner while working for the Civilian Conservation Corp in Stowe, Vermont
Dining Table
Name/Title
Dining Table
Lexicon
Description
Drop-leaf dining table with tapered and fluted legs. The legs curve outward from a tapered center post, culminating in paws, each with a caster.
Acquisition
Accession
1992.61
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Chittenden, Thomas (1730-1797)
Person or Organization
Made/Created
Date made
1815-1825
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Brass
Entry/Object ID
1992.61.1
Context
Owned by Governor Thomas Chittenden
Document Box
Name/Title
Document Box
Lexicon
Description
Wooden document box with hinged lid. The corners of the box have been rounded. The lid has a bar handle in the center, and secures at the center front with a small, silver-toned metal latch.
Acquisition
Accession
1959.58
Made/Created
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Metal
Entry/Object ID
1959.58.2
Context
Made in East Calais, Vermont
Document Box
Name/Title
Document Box
Lexicon
Description
Wooden document box with hinged lid (detached). The corners of the box have been rounded. The lid has a bar handle in the center, and secures at the center front with a small, silver-toned metal latch.
Acquisition
Accession
1959.58
Made/Created
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1959.58.1
Context
Made in East Calais, Vermont
Drawer Pull
Name/Title
Drawer Pull
Lexicon
Description
Turned wooden drawer knob. The knob is a circular ball concave molding; the whole is pierced through with a long bolt.
Acquisition
Accession
2020.22
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Newton & Thompson Manufacturing Company
Entry/Object ID
2020.22.103
Context
Made by Newton & Thompson Manufacturing Company in Brandon, VT
Drop-Front Desk
Name/Title
Drop-Front Desk
Lexicon
Description
Maple and white pine drop-front desk. The desk has 4 front drawers, each with 2 batwing pulls and a central escutcheon. The angled top drops down to form a writing surface and reveals 4 small drawers, 8 pigeonholes, and a central compartment.
Acquisition
Accession
1949.28
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Galusha, Jonas (1753–1834)
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
Shaftsbury
Town
Bennington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1785
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
White Pine, Maple
Entry/Object ID
1949.28
Context
Owned by Jonas Galusha in Shaftsbury, Vermont
Drop-Front Desk
Name/Title
Drop-Front Desk
Lexicon
Description
Drop-front desk with missing drop front. The desk has four drawers, each with two brass batwing pulls and oval keyhole escutcheons. The interior of the desk has four pigeon holes and seven small drawers. Inside one of the drawers is written, "&79.70 Gold or Silver / C. W. Jackson / Nov. 6th 1817 / Fall Term".
Acquisition
Accession
1957.1
Dimensions
Entry/Object ID
1957.1.198
Easel
Name/Title
Easel
Lexicon
Description
Green-painted painter's easel. The easel consists of 3 support legs, with horizontal bars between the front 2 at the top and the midway point. There is a square piece of wood with a bolt attached to the back that can be attached to the easel to hold a pallet.
Acquisition
Accession
2023.14
Ethnography
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Santo, Pasquale "Patsy" (1893-1975)
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
Rutland
City
Rutland County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Material
Wood, Paint
Entry/Object ID
2023.14.1
Context
Used by Pasquale "Patsy" Santo of Rutland, Vermont.
Folding Chair
Name/Title
Folding Chair
Lexicon
Description
This folding chair has a wooden frame. The seat of the chair is made by tacking black oilcloth fabric, which has been tarred, to the front and back of the chair. This creates a sling seat, with an additional smaller piece of the same fabric tacked onto the center of the backrest. The lower back rail of the chair has the words "Barry & Badger" stenciled in black on it.
Acquisition
Accession
2013.35
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Barry & Badger
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
Barre City
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Date made
1900-1910
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Metal, Cotton
Entry/Object ID
2013.35.3
Context
Used by Barry & Badger, undertakers in Barre, Vermont
Folding Chair
Name/Title
Folding Chair
Lexicon
Description
Wooden folding chair with needlepoint upholstery. The chair folds by lifting the seat, causing the X-shaped legs to collapse together. The top of the back is press carved with an Eastlake style pattern. The seat back is stitched with an image of an indigenous American man in a white-feathered war bonnet. The label "SITTING-BULL" is stitched across the bottom. The sling-style chair seat is embroidered with a geometric pattern of concentric squares. The front left corner is embroidered with the initials "F.E.H.", and the front right corner is stitched with the date, "1957". Where the chair seat wraps around the frame at the back is the stitched label, "CHAIR ANTE----DATES 1880".
Acquisition
Accession
2015.25
Made/Created
Artist Information
Hartwell, Frank Eugene (1873-1961)
Artist
Date made
1957
Manufacturer
Long Trail Studios
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall (open)
Materials
Material
Wood, Metal, Burlap, Wool
Entry/Object ID
2015.25.1
Context
Upholstered by Frank Eugene Hartwell in Bolton, Vermont
Folding Chair
Name/Title
Folding Chair
Lexicon
Description
Black-painted wooden folding chair. The chair has a ladder back and high, curved arms. The arms are grooved along the inside to allow pegs attached to the outer corners of the seat to slide down and fold the chair. The chair is upholstered with modern fabric, jacquard woven in a green and brown tweed.
Acquisition
Accession
1981.16
Relationships
Related Events
Civil War
Event
Related Person or Organization
Peck, James Stevens (1838-1884)
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Date made
1860-1865
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Wood, Fabric
Entry/Object ID
1981.16
Context
Used by Major James S. Peck of Montpelier, Vermont, during the Civil War.
Footlocker
Interpretative Labels
Label
Footlocker, circa 1933
Used by R. E. Smith
Painted Wood
#1997.19
This footlocker belonged to R.E. Smith of Waltham, Massachusetts. He worked at the Civilian Conservation Corps’ (CCC) Camp Greene and was part of the construction crew that built the Wrightsville Dam and reservoir from 1933 to 1935. The village of Wrightsville, which bordered the town of Middlesex and the city of Montpelier, was flooded for the project. The camp was located near the town line between Montpelier and Middlesex.
Name/Title
Footlocker
Lexicon
Description
Grey-painted wooden footlocker. The top of the lid is painted with the inscription, "R. E. SMITH 1112 Co. Camp Greene Montpelier Vermont." The inscription is flanked by two yellow rectangles with simplistic evergreen trees inside. The upper left corner has a yellow paper mailing tag that reads, "To: RE Smith Waltham, Mass." The inside of the footlocker has a tin shelf unit with wooden dividers.
Acquisition
Accession
1997.19
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Civilian Conservation Corps, Smith, R. E.
Related Places
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Date made
1933-1944
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Tin, Wood
Entry/Object ID
1997.19a-c
Context
Used by R. E. Smith while a member of the Civilian Conservation Corps in Montpelier, Vermont.
Footstool
Name/Title
Footstool
Lexicon
Description
This is a small footstool. It has the name "Rockwell" carved into the top, which is made of a simple rectangular wooden board. On either end of the top, there are bootjack cut-outs. The sides of the stool have been whitewashed. The top appears to lack a finish except for the ends, with nothing on the side edges. The top is attached to the sides and legs by 10 nails that are visible on the top surface. The sides of the stool are connected to the ends by 3 nails on each end.
Acquisition
Accession
2012.56
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Dole, Rockwell M. (1892-1978)
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
Woodstock
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Date made
1900-1910
Materials
Material
Wood, Metal
Entry/Object ID
2012.56
Context
Used by Rockwell Dole in Woodstock, Vermont
Footstool
Name/Title
Footstool
Lexicon
Description
Small wooden footstool. The stool is painted black with painted floral decoration, similar in design to toleware. A sticker on the back reads, "Hand-painted BY THOMAS F FITZSIMMONS WESTON, VERMONT".
Acquisition
Accession
1975.509
Made/Created
Artist Information
FitzSimmons, Thomas F. (1893-1979)
Artist
Date made
circa 1950
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1975.509
Context
Made by Thomas F. Fitzsimmons in Weston, Vermont
Frame
Name/Title
Frame
Lexicon
Description
Rectangular wooden frame decorated with leather flowers, leaves, and grapes. The entirety is painted black.
Acquisition
Accession
1976.43
Made/Created
Date made
1830-1869
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Leather
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.165
Context
Made in the Kent family leather shop in Calais, Vermont.
Globe
Interpretative Labels
Label
Globe, 1810-1819
James Wilson
Bradford, VT
Wood, paper, brass
Anonymous gift, 1921.16
James Wilson of Bradford was raised on a farm and trained briefly as a blacksmith. He moved to Bradford as a young man in 1796 and became interested in cartography. After visiting Dartmouth College's map collection, he grew particularly enamored of globes, and set out to make his own. It took several years of experimentation and learning new skills - he was almost exclusively self-taught - but Wilson began officially manufacturing his globes in 1813. Producing a high-quality globe required mastering a variety of skills - printing, engraving, woodworking, and blacksmithing - all with a high degree of precision.
Wilson manufactured a variety of globes, including a line of papier-mache globes that he could produce and sell inexpensively. His globes were the first to be manufactured in America, and found a ready audience in schools in particular. This globe was not among his first run, but was produced later, in 1816. The Wilson Manufacturing Company continued to produce globes in Vermont and New York for nearly fifty years.
Name/Title
Globe
Lexicon
Description
World globe printed on paper that is glued onto a hollow wooden sphere. The sphere rests in a stand made of wood and brass, and spins freely in two directions. The brass portion encircles the globe vertically, and is marked with measurement hash marks and numbers meant to indicate longitude. The wooden stand encircles the globe horizontally and on its flat surface there are more printed paper designs depicting astrological signs. The horizontal piece also includes measurement hash marks meant to indicate latitude.
The wooden stand is supported on four turned legs that are connected crosswise in the center. The globe can spin freely or be locked in place by making adjustments to the brass piece.
On the legend on the globe is printed the explanatory text: "A NEW / TERRESTRIAL GLOBE, / on which the / TRACTS and NEW DISCOVERIES / are laid down / from the Accurate Observations / made by / Cap.t. Cook, Furneux, Phipps & C. / By J. WILSON, VERMONT."
The wooden stand is supported on four turned legs that are connected crosswise in the center. The globe can spin freely or be locked in place by making adjustments to the brass piece.
On the legend on the globe is printed the explanatory text: "A NEW / TERRESTRIAL GLOBE, / on which the / TRACTS and NEW DISCOVERIES / are laid down / from the Accurate Observations / made by / Cap.t. Cook, Furneux, Phipps & C. / By J. WILSON, VERMONT."
Acquisition
Accession
1921.16
Made/Created
Artist Information
Wilson, James (1763-1855)
Artist
Date made
circa 1810
Manufacturer
Wilson Manufacturing Company
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Paper, Wood, Brass
Entry/Object ID
1921.16
Context
Made by Wilson Manufacturing Company in Bradford, VT.
Web Links and URLs
Hanging Cupboard
Name/Title
Hanging Cupboard
Lexicon
Description
This is a plywood curio shelf with an open back that is designed to be mounted on a wall. It features two shelves at the top, while the top of the cupboards acts as a third shelf. Storage cupboards are located at the bottom of the shelf and have doors.
There are two hangers nailed into the plywood on the back of the top shelf for mounting. Additionally, there is a manufacturer's decal on the back of the right door that reads: "Manufactured by VERMONT PLYWOOD, INC ROCHESTER, VERMONT".
There are two hangers nailed into the plywood on the back of the top shelf for mounting. Additionally, there is a manufacturer's decal on the back of the right door that reads: "Manufactured by VERMONT PLYWOOD, INC ROCHESTER, VERMONT".
Acquisition
Accession
2014.12
Made/Created
Date made
1949
Manufacturer
Vermont Plywood, Inc.
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Metal
Entry/Object ID
2014.12.2
Context
Made by Vermont Plywood, Inc., in Rochester, Vermont
Highchair
Name/Title
Highchair
Lexicon
Description
This red-painted wooden highchair, or child's chair, has a semicircle back with eight turned spindles. The front legs have a simple turning at the top and bottom, while the back legs and back & side stretchers are plain.
Acquisition
Accession
2012.23
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Colvin, Caroline Etta Bryant (1867-1947)
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
Wallingford
Town
Rutland County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Date made
1840-1860
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
2012.23.10
Context
Used by Carrie Etta Bryant Colvin in Wallingford, Vermont
Mailbox
Name/Title
Mailbox
Lexicon
Description
Wooden box with hinged top. The box is simply constructed, with nailed joints. The top opens on hinges placed at the back, and locks with an interior lock at the center front.
Acquisition
Accession
1957.4
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
H. Bennett's
Person or Organization
Made/Created
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1957.4.10
Context
Used at H. Bennett's store in Bridport, Vermont
Medicine Chest
Name/Title
Medicine Chest
Lexicon
Description
This is a red wooden medicine chest that has eight drawers, with four drawers on top of four. The drawers have brass knobs, and the construction of the chest includes the use of square nails. The top of the chest is divided lengthwise, with the back half being hinged to reveal additional storage space beneath it.
In terms of the contents of the drawers, the first drawer on the top left contains a glass medicine bottle filled with a red and white substance, along with a cork that is sticky. There is also a fragment of advertising paper in the drawer. The second drawer from the left is currently empty, as is the third drawer left. The top right drawer contains 10 playing "jacks" and a piece of trim from the chest. Moving to the bottom row of drawers, the drawer on the bottom left contains a military bar pin. The second drawer from the left is currently empty, and the third drawer from the left contains a round piece of glass and a scrap of newspaper. Finally, the drawer on the bottom far right contains a vial, a miniature book, and pieces of medicine containers.
In terms of the contents of the drawers, the first drawer on the top left contains a glass medicine bottle filled with a red and white substance, along with a cork that is sticky. There is also a fragment of advertising paper in the drawer. The second drawer from the left is currently empty, as is the third drawer left. The top right drawer contains 10 playing "jacks" and a piece of trim from the chest. Moving to the bottom row of drawers, the drawer on the bottom left contains a military bar pin. The second drawer from the left is currently empty, and the third drawer from the left contains a round piece of glass and a scrap of newspaper. Finally, the drawer on the bottom far right contains a vial, a miniature book, and pieces of medicine containers.
Acquisition
Accession
2010.31
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
2010.31.17a-h
Miniature Blanket Chest
Name/Title
Miniature Blanket Chest
Lexicon
Description
Miniature blanket chest painted with a folk-art-style bouquet of flowers and fruit on a green ground. The chest has a lifting top and two drawers.
Acquisition
Accession
1998.22
Made/Created
Artist Information
Mould, Ruth Greene (1894-1979)
Artist
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Paint
Entry/Object ID
1998.22.9a-c
Context
Painted by Ruth Greene Mould.
Mirror
Name/Title
Mirror
Lexicon
Description
Tilting, tabletop mirror with wooden frame and stand. The stand has four legs with a wooden bull's eye medallion at the center. The frame has scrolled edges and attaches to the stand with two small posts at the sides.
Acquisition
Accession
1955.35
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1872
Manufacturer
Chaffee, Cortes S (1856-1940)
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Glass
Entry/Object ID
1955.35.2
Context
Made by Cortes Chaffee in Berkshire, Vermont
Mirror
Name/Title
Mirror
Lexicon
Description
Rectangular mirror with scrolled frame, originally attached to dresser. The frame is grain painted in imitation of zebra maple.
Acquisition
Accession
1976.43
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Glass, Wood
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.120
Mirror
Name/Title
Mirror
Lexicon
Description
The wall mirror has a wooden frame painted in gold. It is divided into two parts - the top portion has a 'reverse painting' while the bottom is a mirror. The central part of the top portion features an eagle that is approximately 6 inches in diameter. On either side of the eagle, there is a gold 'bow' with roses and buds hanging down from it.
The mirror portion has a date of 1916 on the back, which indicates that it has been replaced. The gold paint was applied at an unknown time. The very top 'shelf' and bottom were not painted in gold and are a dark brown color.
Below the wider top 'shelf,' there are 14 5/8" diameter balls that hang as decoration. On each side of the mirror, there is a twisted wooden decoration that is approximately 20.88" long.
The mirror portion has a date of 1916 on the back, which indicates that it has been replaced. The gold paint was applied at an unknown time. The very top 'shelf' and bottom were not painted in gold and are a dark brown color.
Below the wider top 'shelf,' there are 14 5/8" diameter balls that hang as decoration. On each side of the mirror, there is a twisted wooden decoration that is approximately 20.88" long.
Acquisition
Accession
2011.66
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Heselton, Lucy Ann Eaton (1824-1918)
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
Braintree
Town
Orange County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Date made
1860-1870
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Glass
Entry/Object ID
2011.66.1
Context
Owned by Lucy Eaton Heselton in Braintree, Vermont
Mirror
Name/Title
Mirror
Lexicon
Description
Wall mirror with wooden frame painted black and gold. The edges of the frame are decorated with black and gold applied (halved) spindles and have rosettes in the corners. The top section is a reverse painting on glass of a dancing girl. The bottom section is mirror. The back has a 'dust cover' of paperboard.
Acquisition
Accession
1976.43
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Wood, Glass
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.240
Mirror Frame
Name/Title
Mirror Frame
Lexicon
Description
Wide wooden frame with ogee molding and mahogany veneer. The back has a paper label with an image of a large building beside a bridge. Around the image is the inscription, "All kinds of Bedsteads, Tables, Chairs, Sofas, Matresses and Mirrors, Manufactured and for sale Wholesale or Retail, on the best terms, BY A. VN DOORN & SONS, BRATTLEBORO, VT."
Acquisition
Accession
1995.8
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
VanDoorn, Anthony (1792-1871)
Person or Organization
Made/Created
Date made
1842-1852
Manufacturer
Anthony Van Doorn & Sons
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Paper
Entry/Object ID
1995.8a-b
Context
Made by A. Van Doorn & Sons of Brattleboro, Vermont
From an exhibit label:
"Made by Anthony Van Doorn and Sons of Brattleboro. Anthony Van Doorn (1792-1871) was a cabinetmaker who first set up business in Brattleboro in 1815. By 1847 he had turned over the management of his business to his sons. By 1850 the Van Doorns had 18 employees who used water power to make chairs, bureaus, sofas, tables and frames.
From an exhibit label:
"Made by Anthony Van Doorn and Sons of Brattleboro. Anthony Van Doorn (1792-1871) was a cabinetmaker who first set up business in Brattleboro in 1815. By 1847 he had turned over the management of his business to his sons. By 1850 the Van Doorns had 18 employees who used water power to make chairs, bureaus, sofas, tables and frames.
Needlework Basket
Name/Title
Needlework Basket
Lexicon
Description
Wicker sewing basket on legs. It has plaited weavers with willow spokes. There is a life-top cover and a swing handle. There is a basket-woven tray near the bottom of the stand, and there is spiral plaiting around wooden legs.
Acquisition
Accession
1954.4
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Wicker
Entry/Object ID
1954.4.23
Pew
Name/Title
Pew
Lexicon
Description
Wooden pew with a high, straight back and a glossy finish. The arms are winged to the top of the back.
Acquisition
Accession
2014.60
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
2014.60.1238
Piano
Name/Title
Piano
Lexicon
Description
Square grand piano. The piano has thick, tapered legs that terminate in bulbous feet. There is a small brass plaque at the center front above the keyboard that bears the makers' label.
Acquisition
Accession
1967.105
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1840
Manufacturer
Marsh & Chase
Materials
Material
Wood, Ivory, Brass
Entry/Object ID
1967.105
Context
Made by Marsh & Chase in Montpelier, Vermont
Planter
Name/Title
Planter
Lexicon
Description
This is a wooden planter in the shape of a cradle, complete with rockers, and featuring a copper liner. Attached to the end of the planter is a brass plaque that reads: "Presented to Gov. Madeleine Kunin on behalf of the members of WRIGHTWAY Franklin Grand Isle Mental Health Service Nov. 4, 1987". The cradle planter was given to Governor Madeleine Kunin by the members of WRIGHTWAY, the Franklin Grand Isle Mental Health Service on November 4, 1987.
Acquisition
Accession
1991.1
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Kunin, Madeleine May (b. 1933)
Person or Organization
Made/Created
Date made
1987
Manufacturer
Wrightway Cradle Project
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Wood, Copper
Entry/Object ID
1991.1.2a-b
Context
Presented to Governor Madeleine Kunin by members of a woodworking unit at Wrightway, a day program fo psychiatrically disabled individuals.
Podium
Name/Title
Podium
Lexicon
Description
3-sided wooden podium with an open back. It has 2 shelves. The top and sides flare outward at the top. It is varnished with a smooth finish.
Acquisition
Accession
1979.7
Made/Created
Date made
1978
Manufacturer
Union Woodworks
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1979.7.1
Context
Made from the State Seal Pine after it was felled by high winds in 1978.
Pulpit
Name/Title
Pulpit
Lexicon
Description
Square pulpit with applied wooden decorations. The sides are paneled and decorated with escutcheons, scrollwork, and dentiling or strapwork. The top overhangs the sides.
Acquisition
Accession
1940.9
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Stevens, Clark (1764-1853)
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
East Montpelier
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1940.9
Context
Used by Clark Stevens, a Quaker minister and founder of East Montpelier, VT
Radio
Interpretative Labels
Label
Radio, 1929
Atwater Kent Manufacturing Company
Philadelphia, PA
Wood, metal, glass
Gift of David Stone, 1978.14.1a-c
Arthur Atwater Kent was born in Burlington, but moved to Worcester, MA with his family as a child. He spent some time studying at the Worcester Polytechnic Institute but did not graduate, having already begun his own business making small electric motors, generators, fans, and an automobile ignition system of his own design.
In 1921, he began making radio parts, selling them as do-it-yourself kits for early enthusiasts. By 1925, the Atwater Kent Manufacturing Company was the largest maker of radios in the United States. By 1931, they boasted that they had produced over 3 million radios.
Though Kent had started with small kits for enthusiasts, by the late 1920s the company was focusing on high-end, high-quality models. As a result, the Great Depression hit the company particularly hard, and by 1936 its factory in Philadelphia, which had employed as many as 12,000 people at its height, closed.
Many Kent radios were built into furniture pieces, and this table is an example of a particularly elaborate one. It was made by the Kiel Company of Milwaukee, and originally cost $175 when it came on the market in 1929. The company offered installment plans, which made even this high-end piece of technology accessible to the average American. At the time, radios would have occupied the central place in a home that televisions hold today – as a focal point of a room, a primary source of entertainment, and a connection to the outside world.
Name/Title
Radio
Lexicon
Description
Large table with radio built into it.
The table has six legs, ornately turned, and connected by a central bracing system at the floor level. There are two plug outlets in two of the table legs. The table itself is shaped as a hexagon, with two long sides making it more oval-shaped. There is deep and elaborately decorated trim around the tabletop.
One side piece drops horizontally to expose a radio face with dials and band indicator. The trim and legs are painted black.
The tabletop is stained wood grain, and lifts up to expose the radio at the interior. The radio itself, an Atwater Kent Model 55C, takes up most of the interior space of the table. The radio is labeled Serial #4380032.
The table has six legs, ornately turned, and connected by a central bracing system at the floor level. There are two plug outlets in two of the table legs. The table itself is shaped as a hexagon, with two long sides making it more oval-shaped. There is deep and elaborately decorated trim around the tabletop.
One side piece drops horizontally to expose a radio face with dials and band indicator. The trim and legs are painted black.
The tabletop is stained wood grain, and lifts up to expose the radio at the interior. The radio itself, an Atwater Kent Model 55C, takes up most of the interior space of the table. The radio is labeled Serial #4380032.
Acquisition
Accession
1978.14
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Kent, Arthur Atwater (1873-1949)
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
Calais
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Date made
1929
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1978.14.1a-c
Context
Made by Atwater Kent Manufacturing Company
Rocking Chair
Name/Title
Rocking Chair
Lexicon
Description
Red-painted wooden rocking chair. The back and seat are made of woven rush.
Acquisition
Accession
2001.7
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Brattleboro Retreat
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
Brattleboro
Town
Windham County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Rush
Entry/Object ID
2001.7.1
Context
Used at the Brattleboro Retreat, a mental asylum in Brattleboro, Vermont.
Rocking Chair
Name/Title
Rocking Chair
Lexicon
Description
Windsor rocking chair with an eared rail. The chair has arms.
Acquisition
Accession
1998.27
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Moretown
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1998.27.6
Context
Owned by a member of the Hathaway family of Moretown, Vermont.
Rocking Chair
Name/Title
Rocking Chair
Lexicon
Description
Ladder-back rocking chair with rush seat and arm.
Acquisition
Accession
1957.1
Dimensions
Entry/Object ID
1957.1.162
Rocking Chair
Name/Title
Rocking Chair
Lexicon
Description
Black-painted windsor rocking chair with arms and a headrest.
Acquisition
Accession
1957.1
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Rugg, Harold Goddard (1883-1957)
Person or Organization
Dimensions
Entry/Object ID
1957.1.150
Rocking Chair
Name/Title
Rocking Chair
Lexicon
Description
Rocking chair sized for a child. The back has 3 spindles and a curved rail. The arms are turned and held up by a short spindle. The chair is painted black with decorative yellow pinstriping on the spindles, seat, and legs. The label, "Ella Louisa Knapp's chair Christening May 10, 1858 Born August 3, 1857 Died April 7, 1899" is carved into the bottom of the seat.
Acquisition
Accession
2015.28
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Knapp, Ella Louisa (1857-1899)
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
St. Johnsbury
Town
Caledonia County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Date made
1858-1865
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
2015.28.2
Context
Owned by Ella Louisa Knapp in Saint Johnsbury, Vermont.
Rocking Chair
Name/Title
Rocking Chair
Lexicon
Description
White-painted birdcage windsor rocking chair. The tall back is separated into three sections by horizontal rails.
Original green paint is visible where the white paint has flaked. The two lower sections each have 7 spindles, only 3 of which extend to the top. There are pointed arms, each held by 3 spindles.
Original green paint is visible where the white paint has flaked. The two lower sections each have 7 spindles, only 3 of which extend to the top. There are pointed arms, each held by 3 spindles.
Acquisition
Accession
2014.60
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Carter, Alvan (1780-1863)
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
Barre Town
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Date made
1841-1863
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Paint
Entry/Object ID
2014.60.1252
Context
Owned by Alvin Carter, who served as Barre Town Clerk from 1841 to 1863.
Rocking Chair
Name/Title
Rocking Chair
Lexicon
Description
Black-painted windsor rocking chair. The chair has a low, canted back with a wide rail and 7 spindles. It has scrolled arms. The front of the seat is straight and scrolls downward. There is red paint visible on the crest rail that may be writing but is illegible. The bottom of the seat is painted with the red initials, "DRT".
Acquisition
Accession
2014.60
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Tilden, Florence Belle Holden (1875-1962)
Person or Organization
Made/Created
Artist Information
Tilden, David
Artist
Date made
1845
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Paint
Entry/Object ID
2014.60.1253
Context
Made by David Tilden in Barre, Vermont
Rocking Chair
Name/Title
Rocking Chair
Lexicon
Description
Black-painted windsor rocking chair. The back has 9 spindles and a straight rail with a headrest with 5 spindles and a straight rail at the top center. There are two scrolled arms, each held by 2 spindles. here are faded gold bands on each of the thin lower spindles and arm supports, probably old paint.
Acquisition
Accession
2014.60
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Barber, Cyrus
Person or Organization
Related Places
,
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Paint
Entry/Object ID
2014.60.1255
Context
Owned by Cyrus Barber in Barre, Vermont. According to family, Barber brought the chair with him from Warwick, Massachusetts, in 1810.
Rocking Chair
Name/Title
Rocking Chair
Lexicon
Description
Red painted windsor rocking chair. It has a curved bow and 8 spindles. It has two scrolled arms held by 2 spindles each. The initials "-EIB" are carved into one arm. The bottom of the seat is painted with the words, "Moved From Hartland, Vt. to Barre, Vt. 1788 by Abel Sawyer." There is also a 3-cent 1938 postage stamp adhered to the bottom of the seat.
Acquisition
Accession
2014.60
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Sawyer, Abel (1760-1836)
Person or Organization
Related Places
,
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Paint
Entry/Object ID
2014.60.1256
Context
Owned by Abel Sawyer in Barre, Vermont. He brought the chair with him from Hartland, Vermont, in 1788.
Rocking Chair
Name/Title
Rocking Chair
Lexicon
Description
Wooden rocking chair. The chair frame is made of oak and has been stained. The seat and back are made of wicker. On the left arm of the chair, there is a stamp that reads "MANUF'D BY L.G. FULLAM & SONS LUDLOW, VT."
Acquisition
Accession
1980.19
Made/Created
Date made
1889-1903
Manufacturer
L. G. Fullam & Sons
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wicker, Oak
Entry/Object ID
1980.19
Context
Made by L. G. Fullam & Sons in Ludlow, Vermont.
Rocking Chair
Name/Title
Rocking Chair
Lexicon
Description
Windsor-backed rocking chair with decorative stenciling on the back rail and seat front. The stenciled patterns are done in gold powder and show a design of cornucopias, fruit, and leaves. The chair seat is caned.
Acquisition
Accession
1994.22
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Cass Furniture Store, Eastman, David (1821-1901), Eastman, Diantha Willey (1822-1906), Slater, Irene (1904-1993)
Related Places
Place
Lyndon
Town
Caledonia County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Date made
1846
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1994.22
Context
Stenciled by Irene Slater in Royalton, Vermont.
Rocking Chair
Name/Title
Rocking Chair
Lexicon
Description
Slipper-style rocker with stenciled design on back. The seat is painted yellow (now faded), and the rest of the chair is grain painted. The initials "SI" are carved on bottom of the seat.
Acquisition
Accession
1976.43
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Bean, Bessie
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
Cabot
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Artist Information
Ingalls, Samuel (1786-1854)
Artist
Date made
1807-1835
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.36
Rocking Chair
Name/Title
Rocking Chair
Lexicon
Description
Fan back Windsor rocking chair with saddle seat. The words, "Proctorsville, VT" are penciled on the bottom of the seat.
Acquisition
Accession
1957.1
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Proctorsville
Village
Cavendish
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1957.1.151
Rocking Chair
Name/Title
Rocking Chair
Lexicon
Description
This is a platform rocker. The back of the rocker consists of three evenly spaced slats, each measuring 2 inches by 20 inches, which are designed to support the brown cushion. The seat of the rocker has metal springs and bands that provide support to a lower diamond-patterned cushion. Additionally, the rocker itself is designed with metal springs for rocking.
Acquisition
Accession
1981.29
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1930
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1981.29
Rocking Chair
Name/Title
Rocking Chair
Lexicon
Description
Ladderback rocking chair. The chair has arms and a rush seat. The tops of each slat are arched.
Acquisition
Accession
1957.1
Made/Created
Manufacturer
The United Society of Believers in Christ's Second Appearing
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1957.1.167
Context
Made in Canterbury, New Hampshire, by members of the Shakers.
Rocking Chair
Name/Title
Rocking Chair
Lexicon
Description
Windsor rocking chair with turned legs and arms. There is a metal rod from both arms to the seat. The seat is slightly rounded at the front. The back spokes are inserted into a board on top of the seat.
Acquisition
Accession
2007.50
Relationships
Related Places
,
Made/Created
Date made
1861-1870
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Metal
Entry/Object ID
2007.50
Context
Brought by the Gassette family from Quebec when they immigrated to Burlington, Vermont, in 1881
Salt Box
Name/Title
Salt Box
Lexicon
Description
Carved wooden hanging box. The front side of the box and the backboard are chip carved in a folk art design of flowers. There is a paper label on the back that reads, "Hand-Carved BY THOMAS F. FITZSIMMONS WESTON, VERMONT".
Acquisition
Accession
1975.508
Made/Created
Artist Information
FitzSimmons, Thomas F. (1893-1979)
Artist
Date made
circa 1950
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1975.508
Context
Made by Thomas Fitzsimmons in Weston, Vermont
Sample Cards
Name/Title
Sample Cards
Lexicon
Description
Painted wooden tiles. Each tile is decorated with a floral sprig on a solid or slightly gradient ground. The back of each tile has a paper label that reads, "BIRCH BEDROOM FURNITURE / The BEECHER FALLS COMPANY, Inc. BEECHER FALLS, VERMONT". In the center of each label is the style/color name and inventory number.
Acquisition
Accession
1981.6
Made/Created
Date made
1934-1936
Manufacturer
Beecher Falls Company, Inc.
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1981.6a-d
Secretary
Name/Title
Secretary
Lexicon
Description
Tall, Grecian revival desk with a glass-fronted upper bookcase. The feet are scrolled, and there are pillars flanking the 2 lower drawers.
Acquisition
Accession
1957.1
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1835
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Mahogany, Glass
Entry/Object ID
1957.1.194
Sewing Stand
Name/Title
Sewing Stand
Lexicon
Description
Three-tier revolving sewing stand. The top tier is a solid table top with the two lower tiers being cross shape shelves with side rails but no end rails. Painted red. Center post with three long S curve legs.
Acquisition
Accession
1976.43
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.209
Sewing Table
Name/Title
Sewing Table
Lexicon
Description
Work table with 2 drawers, each with 2 small round brass pulls. The top is 1 board screwed to sides, while the rest of the table is pegged and dovetailed. It has 2 turned legs that branch into 2 claw feet each. A turned cross brace connects the 2 legs.
Acquisition
Accession
1976.45
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Calais
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1976.45.1a-c
Shaving Stand
Name/Title
Shaving Stand
Lexicon
Description
Wooden shaving stand consisting of a small base with 4 drawers and 2 adjustable mirror frames (glass missing). The frames sit within a large, stationary frame. The center top of the stationary frame is marked "FAYe" in green paint. The front of the base is curved, extending to a point at the center, and the drawer fronts are curved to match. The drawer interiors are marked, "L. side" and "R. side".
Acquisition
Accession
1993.8
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Windsor Prison
Person or Organization
Made/Created
Artist Information
McCullogh, Richard
Artist
Date made
1956
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1993.8a-e
Context
Made by Richard McCullogh while an inmate at the Vermont State Prison in Windsor, Vermont
Shelf
Name/Title
Shelf
Lexicon
Description
A wooden shelf with metal bracket braces so it could be attached to a wall. A label glued to the back says it was made by a 12-year-old at the College Moderne et Technique.
Acquisition
Accession
1964.63
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Merci Train
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
France
Country
Europe
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Wood, Metal
Entry/Object ID
1964.63.137
Context
Given to the people of Vermont from the people of France as part of the Merci Train after World War II.
Shelf
Name/Title
Shelf
Lexicon
Description
Small hanging wall shelf carved into the shape of masonic symbols. The base is formed of wings with an hourglass at the center. The top back is carved into an arch over a compass and square with the letter G in the center. The back is stamped "PERCIVAL, FULL[loss] / 137 / BOSTON".
Acquisition
Accession
1976.43
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Freemasons, Kent, LeRoy Abdiel (1843-1911)
Related Places
Place
Kent's Corner
Village
Calais
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Percival, Fuller & Co
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.78
Context
Owned by LeRoy Abdiel Kent in Calais, Vermont.
Shelf
Name/Title
Shelf
Lexicon
Description
5-shelf wooden whatnot decorated with leather grapes, leaves & flowers. Painted black. Shelves graduated in size.
Acquisition
Accession
1976.43
Materials
Material
Wood, Leather
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.28
Context
Made in the Kent family leather shop in Calais, Vermont.
Shelf
Name/Title
Shelf
Lexicon
Description
Hanging shelf with 2 shelves. The backboard is carved into grape vines with grapes and leaves. The shelves are hinged to fold flat.
Acquisition
Accession
1976.43
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1880
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.10
Shelf
Name/Title
Shelf
Lexicon
Description
Decorative wooden display shelf carved in the shape of a lyre. It is stenciled with a floral design.
Acquisition
Accession
1971.14
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Moulton, Matilda Selinda Chaffee (1840-1923)
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
Newport
City
Orleans County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Artist Information
Chaffee, Samuel Luther (1812-1882)
Artist
Date made
1872
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1971.14
Context
Made by Samuel Luther Chaffee in West Berkshire, Vermont, in 1872. He made it as a Christmas present for his daughter, Mattie S. Moulton of Newport, Vermont
Shelf
Name/Title
Shelf
Lexicon
Description
Wooden wall shelf with a 3-lobed backboard and cutouts on the bottom edge and corners, with 4 of the fan-tailed bird carvings by Chester Nutting attached above the shelf and 2 carvings attached below the shelf. Two of the carvings above the shelf feature a double tail. On the back written in black ink is the following: "Birdman #1 - Made by Chester Nutting of West Danville, Vt., ca. 1960 for his niece Ruby Jenness Dexter, then to Warren W. Dey her husband 1964, then to Cousin Barbara Knapp Hamblett Thanksgiving time 1983." In pencil on the back is "#7.50". Carvings and shelf all attached with screws. These carvings are made from one piece of cedar, which is then fanned out to form the tail.
Acquisition
Accession
2012.23
Made/Created
Artist Information
Nutting, Chester (1900-1975)
Artist
Date made
1960
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
2012.23.13
Context
Made by Chester Nutting of West Danville, Vermont
Side Table
Name/Title
Side Table
Lexicon
Description
Small wooden side table with a lobed top. It is grain painted in imitation of zebra maple with a stenciled floral design in the center. It sits on turned legs that are connected at the bottom. There is one drawer.
Acquisition
Accession
1976.43
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Kent's Corner
Village
Calais
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.117a-b
Context
Likely owned by a member of the Kent family in Calais, Vermont.
Side Table
Name/Title
Side Table
Lexicon
Description
Square topped side table with turned legs. It has one drawer with a center knob.
Acquisition
Accession
1976.43
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Kent's Corner
Village
Calais
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.146a-b
Context
Likely owned by a member of the Kent family in Calais, Vermont.
Sideboard
Name/Title
Sideboard
Lexicon
Description
Empire-style sideboard with gilded banding and large, hair paw feet. It is veneered with shiny mahogany. The front has two side cabinets and a central bar cabinet. It is stamped in several places with the mark, "G. P. Marsh". Handwritten in chalk on the inside of the case are the labels "Burlington, VT", " April 28" and "Buy/Wm. H. Livingston."
Acquisition
Accession
2008.73
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Marsh, George Perkins (1801-1882)
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
Burlington
City
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Related Publications
Rich and Tasty
Publication
Made/Created
Artist Information
Livingston, William H. (1830-1916)
Artist
Likely
Attribution
Date made
circa 1845-circa 1855
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Mahogany, White Pine
Entry/Object ID
2008.73
Context
Made by William H. Livingston in St. Albans, Vermont. Owned by George Perkins Marsh in Burlington, Vermont.
Sideboard
Name/Title
Sideboard
Lexicon
Description
Mahogany veneered neoclassical sideboard with roped columns on either side. The sideboard has two small drawers build above the main top surface. The body of the drawers curve together to create a back ridge. From the top surface down are three drawers; two bottle drawers flanking a cupboard; a drawer that spans the widths of the sideboard; a drawer that spans the widths of the sideboard. The back is signed in pencil.
Acquisition
Accession
1999.43
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Tracy, Helen Prouty (1908-1999)
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
Barre City
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Date made
1828
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Mahogany, Birch
Entry/Object ID
1999.43
Sideboard
Name/Title
Sideboard
Lexicon
Description
Cherry sideboard. The four corners are reeded columns, and the serpentine front is decorated with intricately banded fruitwood inlays and beaded moldings. The drawer and cabinet pulls are original brass. There are two bottle drawers flanking a central bar cabinet over two wide drawers. The name "Albert Onion" is writted inside the top front copuboard section.
Acquisition
Accession
2001.21
Relationships
Related Publications
The Best the Country Affords
Publication
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1815
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Brass
Entry/Object ID
2001.21.1
Context
Family history states this half-sideboard was made by Albert Onion, of Chester, Vermont in 1840. Though inscribed with his name, the piece dates from earlier in the century, probably constructed around 1815 at the latest. A vibrant cabinetmaking industry existed in the early years of the 19th century in Chester and the nearby town of Windsor, Vermont. The half sideboard form was popular in northern Windsor county.
Cabinetmakers Sampson Warner, George Stedman, and Royal Gould all worked in Chester. It's thought that Stedman and perhaps Gould apprenticed to Warner. Stedman and Gould family members ran a mercantile business in Chester in close proximity to a similar business owned by the Onion family. The string inlay along the top and the complex shape of the front certainly relate to furniture made by both Gould and Stedman. Stedman ultimately moved to Norwich and Gould to Rutland. The Onion family, including Alfred, also moved to the Rutland area and may indicate a connection between the Goulds and the Onions.
This piece may have been purchased by the prosperous Onion family in the 1810s or Albert acquired it around the 1840 date. Albert partnered in mercantile businesses from the late 1820s to 1840 when he was listed in the census as owning a tanning factory.
Cabinetmakers Sampson Warner, George Stedman, and Royal Gould all worked in Chester. It's thought that Stedman and perhaps Gould apprenticed to Warner. Stedman and Gould family members ran a mercantile business in Chester in close proximity to a similar business owned by the Onion family. The string inlay along the top and the complex shape of the front certainly relate to furniture made by both Gould and Stedman. Stedman ultimately moved to Norwich and Gould to Rutland. The Onion family, including Alfred, also moved to the Rutland area and may indicate a connection between the Goulds and the Onions.
This piece may have been purchased by the prosperous Onion family in the 1810s or Albert acquired it around the 1840 date. Albert partnered in mercantile businesses from the late 1820s to 1840 when he was listed in the census as owning a tanning factory.
Sideboard
Name/Title
Sideboard
Lexicon
Description
Carved wooden sideboard. It has 3 central drawers, each with 2 square metal knobs. The drawers are flanked with side cabinets that are carved with bas-relief stems of leaves and berries.
Acquisition
Accession
1991.21
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Moran, Frank W. (1877-1967)
Person or Organization
Made/Created
Date made
1929
Manufacturer
Moran, Frank W. (1877-1967)
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1991.21.1
Context
Made by Frank Moran of Bakersfield, Vermont
Sideboard
Interpretative Labels
Label
Horatio Seymour of Middlebury built his federal home (1815-1820) and put this furniture in a niche in the dining room. Until acquired by VHS, these were the only known pieces of pre-1850 Vermont furniture that were in the house, still in the original spot, where their owner placed them. The building and the furniture, the latest fashion of the day, reflected Seymour's wealth and status in the community. A lawyer by training, Seymour was elected U.S. Senator from Vermont serving from 1821 to 1833. His home, located next to the Congregational Church, was lived in by his descendants, the Battells and Swifts, who gave it to Middlebury in 1932. It is known today as the Community House.
Middlebury was a bustling and thriving town when Seymour purchased this furniture. There were several cabinetmakers capable of making stylish pieces that these, but at this point we don't know which one produced these two. The sideboard was used to hold serving pieces, linens, and silverware. The cellaret, a rare furniture form in Vermont, has square wooden compartments inside for holding bottles of wine and liquor.
Name/Title
Sideboard
Lexicon
Description
This is a neoclassical sideboard that is constructed with a mahogany veneer. It features two side cupboards that are fronted with columns, giving it a timeless and elegant appearance. The front of the sideboard stands on four hairy paw feet, while the back stands on plain turned feet. At the top of the sideboard, there are hidden drawers. The sideboard is finished with a glossy finish.
Acquisition
Accession
2014.37
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Seymour, Horatio (1778-1857)
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
Middlebury
Town
Addison County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1820
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Mahogany
Entry/Object ID
2014.37.2
Context
Owned by Horatior Seymour of Middlebury, Vermont
Sign
Name/Title
Sign
Lexicon
Description
Wooden side with the stenciled inscription, "P. W. A. NO. PROJECT 752-02-138". The sign is painted white with black text and has a black frame piece on the top.
Acquisition
Accession
1997.41
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Public Works Administration
Person or Organization
Made/Created
Date made
1933-1940
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1997.41.1
Context
Used for the Swanton Fish Hatchery
Sign
Interpretative Labels
Name/Title
Sign
Lexicon
Description
Wooden sign with hand-painted toll rates. The sign is constructed of two wooden boards painted white, with black copperplate lettering. The whole is framed with narrow pieces of black-painted wood.
Acquisition
Accession
1923.16
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Peru
Town
Bennington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Date made
1814-1816
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1923.16
Context
Shows the rates of toll for the turnpike in Peru, Vermont
Smoking Cabinet
Name/Title
Smoking Cabinet
Lexicon
Description
Wooden smoking cabinet with a glass-fronted door. The interior has one lower drawer with a brass pull, and an upper shelf bracket with 4 round drilled holes. There are similar brackets on both exterior sides. There is a band of brass filigree along the top front.
Acquisition
Accession
1970.6
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Sargent, Samuel (1880-1931)
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
Barre City
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1900
Materials
Material
Wood, Brass
Entry/Object ID
1970.6.1a-b
Context
Owned by Samuel Sargent in Barre, Vermont
Sofa
Name/Title
Sofa
Lexicon
Description
Red upholstered neoclassical sofa with dramatically rolled arms.
Acquisition
Accession
1945.19
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
LaFayette, Marquis de (1757-1834)
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Date made
1825
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1945.19.1
Context
Said to have been sat on by Marquis de LaFayette during his visit to Montpelier in 1825.
Sofa
Name/Title
Sofa
Lexicon
Description
Scroll-armed neoclassical sofa upholstered in fabric with a repeating floral design on a black ground (not original). The back has a raised center panel carved with leaf designs and contrasting inlay. The arms and feet are also carved with leaves, and there is a pineapple carved at the center of the bottom rail.
Acquisition
Accession
1978.16
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Date made
1884
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Wool
Entry/Object ID
1978.16
Context
Said to have been made in 1884 as one of a pair for a Mr. Clark of Liberty Street, Montpelier, Vermont.
Step Stool
Name/Title
Step Stool
Lexicon
Description
A child's step stool/chair combination. The back of the chair swings down to create a step. A paper label on the back reads, "J's Craft Shop Hardwick".
Acquisition
Accession
1975.513
Made/Created
Date made
1950-1960
Manufacturer
J's Craft Shop
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1975.513
Studio Easel
Name/Title
Studio Easel
Lexicon
Description
Artist's easel. The easel has a straight, rectangular back with a wide base at the front. The base is adjustable in height via a hand crank at the center front. There is a separate cross brace for the top. The easel is painted black and is flecked with many colors of paint throughout.
Acquisition
Accession
2014.60
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Lucioni, Luigi (1900-1988)
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
Barre City
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Date made
1940-1960
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Leather
Entry/Object ID
2014.60.1236a
Context
Used by Luigi Lucioni
Studio Easel
Name/Title
Studio Easel
Lexicon
Description
Component of a studio easel. The part consists of a long beam with a short beam attached perpendicular to it near one end.
Acquisition
Accession
2014.60
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Lucioni, Luigi (1900-1988)
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
Barre City
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Date made
1940-1960
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Leather
Entry/Object ID
2014.60.1236b
Context
Used by Luigi Lucioni
Table
Name/Title
Table
Lexicon
Description
This turned granite pedestal table with a speckled gray color ("Barre Gray") has a rectangular top. The rectangular table top has beveled edges and it rests on the center pedestal, but it is not attached to it. The top of the pedestal is still rough and not polished.
Acquisition
Accession
2012.43
Made/Created
Artist Information
Lane, Willis A. (1861-1936)
Artist
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Granite
Entry/Object ID
2012.43.1b
Context
Made by Willis A. Lane of Barre, Vermont
Table
Name/Title
Table
Lexicon
Description
Center table with central pedestal and three feet. The table is veneered on all visible surfaces, with the tabletop book-plated. The feet are shaped into a scrollwork pattern with flat sides, and the center pedestal is round. The edges of the table are slightly wavy, creating a petaled design.
Acquisition
Accession
2003.68
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
2003.68
Table
Name/Title
Table
Lexicon
Description
Chinese Chippendale mahogany dining room table. It has two folding wings supported by gate legs.
Acquisition
Accession
1977.26
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Allen, Frances Montresor Brush Buchanan (1760-1834)
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
Burlington
City
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Mahogany
Entry/Object ID
1977.26
Context
Said to have been owned by Fannie Allen Penniman, wife of Ethan Allen
Table
Name/Title
Table
Lexicon
Description
Drop leaf maple table. Underneath the table is the handwritten name, "Ezra C. Williams".
Acquisition
Accession
1957.1
Dimensions
Entry/Object ID
1957.1.183
Table
Name/Title
Table
Lexicon
Description
Tiger maple drop-leaf dining table, with tapered plain legs. The leaves are supported by a rectangular swing bar that tucks under the table when not in use. The finish is a warm brown stain.
Acquisition
Accession
2018.18
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
2018.18.7
Table
Name/Title
Table
Lexicon
Description
Maple drop leaf table, with tiger maple inlay along the bottom of the side support panels, extending on to the legs. The leaves have rounded corners. The table has straight tapered legs with inlaid banding 3.785 inches from the bottom of each leg. The leaves are supported by a large wood wedge that swings out on wood hinges.
Acquisition
Accession
2018.18
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
2018.18.8
Table
Name/Title
Table
Lexicon
Description
Marble topped table with a center post. The table has four feet, each with a small metal caster (wheel). The center post is made of black wood and decoratively carved in an Eastlake style. The top is square with chamfered corners. The bottom of the table is stamped with, "No. 51".
Acquisition
Accession
1973.1
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Windsor
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Marble
Entry/Object ID
1973.1.42a-b
Context
Likely owned by a member of the Vitty family in Weare, New Hampshire, or Windsor, Vermont.
Table
Name/Title
Table
Lexicon
Description
Empire-style drop-leaf table. The central pier is in the shape of a lyre and sits on four hairy paw feet with casters. The upper base corners are carved with leaves and have acorn finials.
Acquisition
Accession
1945.19
Relationships
Related Publications
The Best the Country Affords, Vermont Cabinetmakers & Chairmakers Before 1855 - A Checklist
Made/Created
Artist Information
Briggs, Lyman (1803-1850)
Artist
Date made
1825-1830
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Wood, Mahogany, White Pine
Entry/Object ID
1945.19.3
Context
Made by Lyman Briggs in Montpelier, Vermont
Table
Name/Title
Table
Lexicon
Description
Large, gate leg tavern table. The legs are turned. When open, the tabletop is round.
Acquisition
Accession
1957.1
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1957.1.184
Table
Name/Title
Table
Lexicon
Description
Sawbuck style table with remnants of red paint. The legs of the table cross to form Xs on the side. that
Acquisition
Accession
1965.37
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Danforth, Samuel Parkman
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
Royalton
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Date made
1865
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1965.37
Context
Used by Dr. Samuel Parkman Danforth in Royalton, Vermont
Table
Name/Title
Table
Lexicon
Description
Walnut oval table supported by 4 scroll legs on casters. Turned pendent extends below the pedestal between legs. The top is screwed together with original screws. Marked in pencil "John McLaughlin."
Acquisition
Accession
1976.43
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1870
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.14
Table
Name/Title
Table
Lexicon
Description
Oval side table; one central post divides into four curved and decorated legs. Country cottage style with grain painting to resemble zebra maple. Top has an oval grained section like burl walnut with a painted flower in the center.
Acquisition
Accession
1976.43
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.116
Table
Name/Title
Table
Lexicon
Description
Empire style 11-sided center table of curly maple with a center pedestal base. There are 4 scrolled legs at each corner of the base.
Acquisition
Accession
2011.22
Relationships
Related Publications
The Best the Country Affords
Publication
Made/Created
Artist Information
Burnell, Nathan (1790-1866)
Artist
Date made
1850
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
2011.22
Context
Made by Nathan Burnell in Milton, Vermont
Table
Name/Title
Table
Lexicon
Description
Empire-style pedestal table with two drawers. The pedestal base has four scrolled feet.
Acquisition
Accession
1967.106
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Rutland Women's Reformatory
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
Rutland
City
Rutland County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1967.106.3a-c
Context
Used at Rutland Women's Reformatory in Rutland, Vermont
Tabletop
Name/Title
Tabletop
Lexicon
Description
Red Swanton marble table top with beveled edges and polished top
Acquisition
Accession
1979.5
Made/Created
Artist Information
Root, Frank A. (1881-1952)
Artist
Date made
circa 1920
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1979.5.5
Trundle Bed
Name/Title
Trundle Bed
Lexicon
Description
Wooden trundle bed. The headboard is peaked in the center. There are holes drilled through the rails for stringing rope, and there are ceramic casters on the bottom of each corner post.
Acquisition
Accession
1952.40
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1952.40.18
Trunk
Interpretative Labels
Label
Dr. David Fukuda served as an anesthesiologist at Barre City Hospital and the Central Vermont Medical Center for over thirty years. He and his family used this trunk, one of seven, to move from japan to Vermont in the 1950s. Fukuda's daughter, who donated the family's items to the historical society, wrote that when her parents moved, the trunk was "filled with all of their precious meager belongings...to begin their new lives in Vermont! It held all of their dreams and wishes for a good life."
Name/Title
Trunk
Lexicon
Description
Traveling trunk with riveted metal strapping around the edges of each side. The top opens with a hing, and secures with two side latches and a center lock. The trunk is additionally supported by narrow strapping across the center. The top is painted with the label, "Mr. M. Fukuda/New York" and the front has a paper label with a shipping address.
Acquisition
Accession
2012.41
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Fukuda, David Minoru (1921-2006), Fukuda, Michiko Nakamura (1922-1993)
Related Places
Place
Barre City
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1950
Materials
Material
Wood, Metal, Paper
Entry/Object ID
2012.41
Context
Used by the Fukuda family when they immigrated from Japan to the United States in 1955.
Web Links and URLs
Trunk
Name/Title
Trunk
Lexicon
Description
Animal hide covered trunk. The top of the trunk lifts up on hinges on the back side, and secures with a large interior lock on the front side. The edges of each side of the trunk is studded with brass tacks. The interior of the trunk is lined with blue floral fabric, and the lid is fitted with ribbons held with tacks.
Acquisition
Accession
1966.34
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Hubbard, Timothy (1774-1840)
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Leather, Wood, Brass, Iron
Entry/Object ID
1966.34.4
Context
Owned by Col. Timothy Hubbard of Montpelier, Vermont
Trunk
Name/Title
Trunk
Lexicon
Description
Wooden trunk. The interior is lined with sprigged wallpaper. There are two leather straps that wrap around the trunk and buckle on the latch side. There is a small leather handle for carrying. The top is marked with the stenciled label, "Lt. C. D. Brainerd". There is a leather tag that reads, "Capt. Brainerd, 17th Vt. Vol."
Acquisition
Accession
1943.10
Relationships
Related Events
Civil War
Event
Related Person or Organization
Brainerd, Charles Deming (1842-1935)
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
Danville
Town
Caledonia County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Entry/Object ID
1943.10.1
Context
Used by Charles Deming Brainerd of Danville, Vermont, during the Civil War
Trunk
Name/Title
Trunk
Lexicon
Description
Flat-topped wooden chest. The chest is painted shades of yellow and brown to resemble wood grain.
Acquisition
Accession
1957.1
Materials
Material
Wood, Metal, Paint
Entry/Object ID
1957.1.328
Trunk
Name/Title
Trunk
Lexicon
Description
Trunk. Monogram on side of trunk J.Y.D. Label with no. 2 written on it. Geometric designs inlaid or scratched into front. Inside lined with white paper with blue polka dots, and blue snaffle bits. Label on inside reads: "Storage box Mu 96; Trunk which belonged to Dr. Julius Y. Dewey; to be sent to Kent Tavern.
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Dewey, Julius Yemans (1801-1877)
Person or Organization
Made/Created
Date made
1877
Dimensions
Entry/Object ID
T2022.14.3
Trunk
Name/Title
Trunk
Lexicon
Description
Hide-covered wooden trunk decorated with brass studs. The on the top, the studs for the initials, "A.R.K." within an eye-shaped oval with four diamonds around it. On the latch side, the studs appearing to form a smiley face. The trunk is lined with plain paper. The inside cover has a printed paper label that reads, "All kinds of saddles, bridles, harnesses, military goods, travelling and fancy trunks. Manufactured and kept constantly for sale, by Miles W. Blanchard, No. 4, Lodge Street, northside Hay Market Square, Rutland, Vt."
Acquisition
Accession
1943.11
Made/Created
Artist Information
Blanchard, Miles W. (b. 1800)
Artist
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Leather
Entry/Object ID
1943.11
Context
Made by Miles W. Blanchard in Rutland, Vermont
Trunk
Name/Title
Trunk
Lexicon
Description
Steamer trunk. Label has M on it. Trunk has XMUFACI13 written on top, 87 in chalk on front. Newspapers inside.
Entry/Object ID
T2022.14.2
Type Case
Name/Title
Type Case
Lexicon
Description
Handmade wooden type case. The case is divided in half then subdivided into small boxes or cubbies. Five rows are separated into square boxes (7 in each half-length row), and the remaining two are separated into rectangular boxes (5 in each half-length row). The reverse bears the inscription, "Type board used by John Goold in printing the first newspaper ever printed in the state of Vermont. John Goold was the father of Lydia Goold Putnam and grandfather of Abel Putnam (Jr?)." The front of the case is covered in plexiglass with an exhibition label and an example of the print attached.
Use
Used to hold letters for a printing press
Acquisition
Accession
1973.55
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Goold, John (1761-1850)
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
Westminster
Town
Windham County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Date made
1794-1796
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Metal
Entry/Object ID
1973.55.1
Context
Used by John Goold in printing the first newspaper printed in the state of Vermont.
Umbrella Stand
Name/Title
Umbrella Stand
Lexicon
Description
Leather umbrella stand decorated with tooled stag design & gilt trim. The stand is cylindrical.
Acquisition
Accession
1971.30
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Ethan Allen Club
Person or Organization
Related Places
Place
Burlington
City
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Material
Leather
Entry/Object ID
1971.30.3
Context
Used in the Ethan Allen Club in Burlington, Vermont.
Wall Clock
Name/Title
Wall Clock
Lexicon
Description
Wooden hanging clock. With little exception, the entirety of the clock is made of wood, including the internal mechanisms. The clock has a rectangular box with a white face with roman numerals. There is a long pendulum that swings below the box as well as a sand-filled eight-sided weight
Acquisition
Accession
2003.27
Made/Created
Artist Information
Smith, Charles A.
Artist
Date made
1940-1945
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Paper, String, Metal
Entry/Object ID
2003.27.1a-f
Context
Made by Charles A. Smith of Brattleboro, Vermont
Wall Clock
Name/Title
Wall Clock
Lexicon
Description
Wooden hanging clock. With little exception, the entirety of the clock is made of wood, including the internal mechanisms. The clock has a rectangular box with a white face with roman numerals. There is a long pendulum that swings below the box as well as a sand-filled eight-sided weight
Acquisition
Accession
2003.27
Made/Created
Date made
1940-1945
Manufacturer
Smith, Charles A.
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Paper, Metal
Entry/Object ID
2003.27.2a-i
Context
Made by Charles A. Smith of Brattleboro, Vermont
Washstand
Name/Title
Washstand
Lexicon
Description
Red-painted wooden washstand with shaped back. It has two towel racks, one on each side. The legs are spool turned and a base spans between them, shaped like a circle in the center. There is one drawer with no hardware.
Acquisition
Accession
1976.43
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Kent's Corner
Village
Calais
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.152a-b
Context
Likely owned by a member of the Kent family in Calais, Vermont.
Weaver's Bench
Name/Title
Weaver's Bench
Lexicon
Description
Green painted wooden weaver's bench. The bench has a plank seat with arched ends. The base stabilizers are longer on one side than the other.
Acquisition
Accession
1976.43
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.236
Writing Case
Interpretative Labels
Label
Writing Desk, 1857
Used by Rufus Kinsley (1831 – 1911)
Boston, MA
Wood, metal, leather
Gift of Sumner E. Kinsley, #1992.30.2b
Rufus Kinsley grew up in Fletcher and then moved to St. Albans to work as a printer for the St. Albans Messenger. He followed that trade to Boston around 1850, where he worked for a series of papers including the Massachusetts Life Boat and the Boston Evening Traveller.
Kinsley was raised in a deeply Christian household by a father who was a staunch abolitionist. While in Boston he lived in an integrated neighborhood in the West End and attended the May Street African Methodist Episcopal Church. The May Street Church was well-known as a radical abolitionist institution, and its pastor, the Reverend Elijah Grissom, had himself escaped from slavery. Kinsley served as superintendent of the Sabbath School at the church, and when he stepped down from that position in 1857 the Church gave him this writing desk.
In 1861, Kinsley enlisted in Company F of the 8th Vermont Regiment. Four of his brothers also enlisted in the Union Army. Kinsley took on a variety of tasks for the Army, including supervising a camp in Algiers, Louisiana that cared for formerly enslaved Black refugees. While there, he volunteered in the camp school, using this desk to teach reading and writing.
In August 1863, Kinsley was appointed second lieutenant in a regiment of Black soldiers. (During the Civil War, most regiments with Black soldiers were assigned white officers.) Many of the men serving with Kinsley had been enslaved, and he again used his writing desk and took the time to teach what he later estimated to be hundreds to read and write.
After the war, Kinsley returned to Vermont and married. He suffered from a series of illnesses that made his life as a farmer difficult, and it took him years to claim his Army pension.
Name/Title
Writing Case
Lexicon
Description
Wooden portable writing desk with a thin leather cover. There is a handle at the top. The front flap has a locking mechanism that, when unlocked, allows the whole side to drop open to become a writing surface. The interior of the back side is split into two sections that open outward from the center like doors, beneath which is one large page-sized storage section. The back of each door has a specialized storage area: one is split to hold four tools, and the second has a pleated envelope with a tappe closing flap. A long, narrow section stretches across the bottom and is filled with removable trays, allowing for multiple layers of storage. The end section holds an ink bottle. There are pen nibs, an ink bottle, and pen handle inside the case.
Acquisition
Accession
1992.30
Relationships
Related Events
Civil War
Event
Related Person or Organization
Kinsley, Rufus (1831-1911), 8th Vermont Infantry
Related Places
Place
Boston
City
Massachusetts
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Date made
1857-1865
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Brass, Leather
Entry/Object ID
1992.30.2b
Context
Presented to Rufus Kinsley, superintendent of the May Street Sunday School for Negroes, Boston on his retirement in 1857. Kinsley carried the case during his service in the Civil War as part of Co. F, 8th Vermont and Co. G 74th US Colored Infantry. He continued to educate many formerly enslaved people during the war.
Web Links and URLs
Writing Desk
Name/Title
Writing Desk
Lexicon
Description
Portable writing desk. The desk closes into a box and is covered in dark, wood veneer. It opens to reveal a large, fabric-covered writing surface and a line of small open compartments for holding writing tools. The writing surfaces each lift up, hinging at the center, to reveal large, open compartments.
Acquisition
Accession
1972.15
Relationships
Related Events
Civil War
Event
Related Person or Organization
Cummings, Charles (1824-1864), 11th Vermont Infantry
Related Places
Place
Brattleboro
Town
Windham County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Date made
1860-1864
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1972.15.1
Context
Used by Dr. Charles Cummings of Brattleboro during the Civil War.
