Object Record
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Metadata
Object Name |
Cupboard |
Collection |
Lambton Heritage Museum Collection |
Catalog Number |
LHM 2000.007.029 a - b |
Description |
Tall, walnut cupboard. The cupboard features fielded panels and four shelves. The cupboard also maintains some of the original hardware, such as locks and the drawer pull along with the original finish. |
Provenance |
The cupboard was made by George Forbes who emigrated from Aberdeenshire, Scotland to Toronto around 1846. He was a carpenter who crafted furniture and coffins. He moved to Plympton Township in 1864. The cupboard was probably original used as a book shelf because of the adjustable shelves. George Forbes left this cupboard to his daughter, Elizabeth Forbes Grant (Neil Grant). |
Dimensions |
H-226 W-78 D-50 cm |
Maker's Mark |
Made by George Forbes. |
Artist |
George Forbes |
Search Terms |
Cupboard Wood Working Woodworking Scotland Furniture Plympton Carpenter |
People |
Forbes, George Reid, George |
On Display Starting |
2021-07-01 |