2058

Trunk

1865 Approximate

Material: wood, metal. Size: 12" W. x 18 1/2" L. Description: brown paint-washed pine chest - painted on front: "Hans P. Bergum Mineral Point Yova Co. Wisconsin U.S. North Amerika" - domed top - hand forged handle - interior compartment - heart-shaped hand forged front lock (piece missing). Immigration.

Brought to America in 1876 by Hans Peter Bergum. Built in Norway ca. 1865. Presented to society by his grandson Glenwood Neuman. Immigration.