Artist
Unknown French
CultureFrench
Titles
- Desk
Datec. 1920–1930
MediumMahogany, oak, tulip poplar, chestnut, and Macassar ebony veneer
Dimensions29 1/2 × 77 × 36 1/2 in. (74.9 × 195.6 × 92.7 cm)
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Meredith J. Long in memory of Chaya Tinterow
Object number2016.328
Non exposé
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