Desk-on-frame

American

1670–1700

Not on view

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Title: Desk-on-frame
Date: 1670–1700
Geography: Made in Connecticut, United States
Culture: American
Medium: Cherry, maple
Dimensions: 30 x 25 3/4 x 16 3/4 in. (76.2 x 65.4 x 42.5 cm)
Credit Line: Bequest of Mrs. J. Insley Blair, 1951
Object Number: 52.77.48
Curatorial Department: The American Wing

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