Sea chest

Sea chest made of camphorwood covered with leather secured by upholstery tacks. The exterior is painted with floral decoration. The chest has a hinged lid with a lock. The carrying handles are in the form of carved cleats with rope beckets.

Object Details

ID: AAA3322
Type: Sea chest
Display location: Display - Sea Things Gallery
Date made: circa 1820-1840
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 406 mm x 914 mm x 457 mm x 20 kg