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Commode, Jean Desforges, ca. 1745–50, Oak veneered with Chinese lacquer and lacquered wood; gilt bronze; rouge royal marble
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Commode

Jean Desforges · ca. 1745–50

Medium
Oak veneered with Chinese lacquer and lacquered wood; gilt bronze; rouge royal marble
Dimensions
H. 34 x W. 42-1/2 x D. 20-3/4 in. (86.4 x 108.0 x 52.7 cm)
Accession
1974.356.205
Credit line
The Lesley and Emma Sheafer Collection, Bequest of Emma A. Sheafer, 1973
Culture
French
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