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Coffer, 1816, Mahogany and maple veneer, some with the tiger figure, over a frame of yellow poplar; lowest and outer portion…
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Coffer

Maker unknown · Philadelphia · 1816

Medium
Mahogany and maple veneer, some with the tiger figure, over a frame of yellow poplar; lowest and outer portion of lid, cherry; lidded compartments on interior, maple; new braces, oak
Dimensions
16.3 x 30.4 x 16.3 in. (41.3 x 77.2 x 41.3 cm)
Accession
1936.312
Credit line
Mabel Brady Garvan Collection
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