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Secretary, ca. 1800–1820, Pine carcase, veneered with satinwood, sycamore and rosewood; mahogany drawer linings; gilt-bronze…
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Desk

Secretary

Maker unknown · ca. 1800–1820

Medium
Pine carcase, veneered with satinwood, sycamore and rosewood; mahogany drawer linings; gilt-bronze mounts
Dimensions
Overall: 70 × 47 × 24 in. (177.8 × 119.4 × 61 cm)
Accession
64.101.1151
Credit line
Gift of Irwin Untermyer, 1964
Culture
British or Irish
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