All I know about this chest is that my mom had it. It was around for as long as I can remember. I don't know where or when she got it. It has no marks on it that I can see. It went through a trailer fire we had about 20 years ago. She also had a travel trunk that I know my dad's mom gave to her back in 1956 when they moved from Illinois back to Alaska. I don't know if she also brought this cedar chest with her. I would like to find out the maker and year if possible. Thanks for any help!