19th Century Dovetailed Pine Blanket Chest with Interior Till poem this instrument represents one of

this instrument represents one of the accessible "parlor zithers" produced for amateur home music-making in the early 20th century

Monroe Auto Equipment Co

13" W x 13" D x 34" H

likely made by a plumber as a quick solution to storing their tools

The item comes in its original box and comes with two keys

19th Century Dovetailed Pine Blanket Chest with Interior Till poem this instrument represents one ofRectangular wooden blanket chest constructed with hand cut dovetail joinery at the case corners and an original iron strap hinge lift lid. Interior retains a small lidded compartment along one side. Shows scattered surface wear, scratches, and edge losses to the lid, oxidation present on hinges, consistent with age, overall structurally sound. Some paint flecks present. Exterior: 47" W x 20" D x 21" H Interior: 43. 5" W x 17" D x 18. 75" H