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In the collection ofYale University Art Gallery
Desk, 1755–75, Mahogany; eastern white pine; lopers, probably cherry
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Desk · Boston

Desk

Maker unknown · Boston · 1755–75

Medium
Mahogany; eastern white pine; lopers, probably cherry
Dimensions
44.4 x 46.4 x 23.4 in. (112.8 x 117.9 x 59.5 cm)
Accession
1930.2506
Credit line
Mabel Brady Garvan Collection
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