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Jewel coffer on stand

Attributed to Martin Carlin (French, near Freiburg im Breisgau ca. 1730–1785 Paris)

Maker:: Porcelain plaques by Sèvres Manufactory (French, 1740–present)
Date:: ca. 1775
Culture:: French
Medium:: Oak veneered with tulipwood, sycamore, holly, and ebonized holly; soft paste porcelain, gilt-bronze
Dimensions:: 37-5/8 x 22 x 14-1/2 in. (95.6 x 55.9 x 36.8 cm)
Classification:: Woodwork
Credit Line:: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wrightsman, 1976
Accession Number:: 1976.155.109

This artwork is currently on display in Gallery 529

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