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In the collection ofYale University Art Gallery
Desk, Maker, attributed to: Nathaniel Gould (American, 1731–1781), 1765–1775, Mahogany, Eastern white pine, brass, and iron
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Salem

Desk

Maker, attributed to: Nathaniel Gould (American, 1731–1781) · Salem · 1765–1775

Medium
Mahogany, Eastern white pine, brass, and iron
Dimensions
44.3 x 44.5 x 22.3 in. (112.4 x 113 x 56.7 cm)
Accession
ILE2023.7.2
Credit line
Lent by the Dietrich American Foundation, Philadelphia
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