Box

Italian, possibly Liguria

15th century

Not on view

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Title: Box
Date: 15th century
Culture: Italian, possibly Liguria
Medium: Wood, canvas, paint
Dimensions: 5 × 11 1/4 in. (12.7 × 28.6 cm)
Classification: Woodwork-Furniture
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1916
Object Number: 16.154.13
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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