Johann Michael Jahn
Box

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MakerAttributed to Johann Michael Jahn American, born Prussia, 1816–1883

CultureAmerican

Titles

Datec. 1846–1870

Made inNew Braunfels, Texas, United States

MediumBlack walnut

Dimensions3 1/2 × 5 3/8 × 19 3/8 in. (8.9 × 13.7 × 49.2 cm)

Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, gift of William J. Hill

Object numberB.2008.12.A,.B

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Department

Bayou Bend

Object Type

WOOD OBJECTS

DescriptionMade in Texas, this box is fashioned of native black walnut, a wood typically reserved for the finest furniture. In spite of the simplicity of the form, it is carefully crafted and the sides have been rabbeted to receive the sliding lid.
ProvenanceWilliam J. Hill, Houston; given to MFAH, 2008.
Inscriptions, Signatures and Marks

Lid to the box appears to be scratched: HARRY IKEES

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