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Work and writing table, Laurent Rochette, ca. 1760, Oak and pine veneered with mahogany, amaranth, partly green-stained and…
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Table

Work and writing table

Laurent Rochette · ca. 1760

Medium
Oak and pine veneered with mahogany, amaranth, partly green-stained and engraved maple, and bloodwood (?), ebonized wood; gilt-bronze mounts; metal liners for writing equipment, blue silk.
Dimensions
H. 71.4 cm, W. 42.6 cm, D. 29.9 cm
Accession
1975.1.2030
Credit line
Robert Lehman Collection, 1975
Culture
French, Paris
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