Easel
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Easel

TitleEasel
ArtistArtist unknown (American, 19th century) Philadelphia or New York
Date1870–80 19th century
MediumEbonized walnut, light-wood inlay, and gilt decoration
Classificationfurniture accessory
OriginNew York New York
Holding institutionArt Institute of Chicago
Credit lineGift of James D. Thornton
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

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“Easel” is a work by Artist unknown (American, 19th century) Philadelphia or New York, dated 1870–80. It is executed in ebonized walnut, light-wood inlay, and gilt decoration and classified as furniture accessory. 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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