Desk and Bookcase
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Desk and Bookcase

TitleDesk and Bookcase
ArtistArtist unknown (American, 18th century) Boston
Date1700–35 18th century
MediumWalnut and white pine
Classificationdesk
OriginBoston Boston
Holding institutionArt Institute of Chicago
Credit lineGift of the Antiquarian Society through the Mr. and Mrs. William Y. Hutchinson Fund
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

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“Desk and Bookcase” is a work by Artist unknown (American, 18th century) Boston, dated 1700–35. It is executed in walnut and white pine and classified as desk. This work is in the public domain (CC0), so the image may be downloaded and reused for any purpose without permission (see the licence note below).

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