hutches
- Scope note
- Originally a chest or coffer in which things were stored, including a box-like pen in which an animal was confined. Today the term typically refers to a dining room case piece with a surface surmounted by an enclosed cupboard or open shelves, generally resting on either a relatively solid base or taller legs.
- Date of creation: 13-May-2024
Accepted term: 13-May-2024