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Bookcase, Charles Cressent (French, 1685–1768), c. 1720, kingwood and rosewood veneers, gilt metal mounts

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Case Piece · France

Bookcase

Charles Cressent (French, 1685–1768) · France · c. 1720

Medium: kingwood and rosewood veneers, gilt metal mounts
Dimensions: Overall: 247.6 x 132.1 x 57.2 cm (97 1/2 x 52 x 22 1/2 in.)
Accession: 1958.129.1
Credit line: John L. Severance Fund
Culture: France, 18th century

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