Chest of Drawers
c 1840

Late Empire style bureau with recessed top set of 3 drawers, S-scroll along side.

A chest of drawers was used to store shirts, socks, ties and other articles of clothing. Mr. Lincoln probably used this chest for his clothing.

Mahogany veneer, wood. H 116.5, W 103.5, D 62.8 cm
Lincoln Home National Historic Site, LIHO 1122