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Desk

1710–30
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Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Desk
  • Date: 1710–30
  • Geography: Made in New England, United States
  • Culture: American
  • Medium: Walnut, pine
  • Dimensions: 40 1/2 x 33 3/4 x 20 1/4 in. (102.9 x 85.7 x 51.4 cm)
  • Credit Line: Gift of Mrs. Russell Sage, 1909
  • Object Number: 10.125.708
  • Curatorial Department: The American Wing

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