Bed
Object number2012.85.1 a-d
Date1783
MediumWood
Credit LineGift of Fred McCoy
DescriptionWooden rope bed consisting of headboard, footboard, and two side rails.Dimensionsa) 52.00" L, 3.75" W, 56.50" Hb) 52.00" L, 3.75" W, 56.50" H
c) 72.50" L, 4.00" W, 10.50" Circum.
d) 72.50" L, 4.00" W, 10.50" Circum.
Historical NotesRope bed belonging to the McCoy family, which can trace their roots back to David McCoy who immigrated to the area of Beaver County in the late 1700 or early 1800s. Family lore suggests the bed was brought West by the family on mule-back over the Allegheny Mountains.
Related person
David McCoy
Related person
Nancy McCoy
Subjects
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1750-1780
c. 1888
