Miniature Secretary
CultureScottish
Date19th century
MediumSilver
DimensionsOverall: 4 1/2 × 3 × 1 5/8 inches (11.43 × 7.62 × 4.13 cm)
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Eleanor Jones Kemper
Object number57-58/12
On View
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DescriptionBombé front, scrolled pediment, flower finial, movable four-handled drawer, scrolled apron, two-door upper section pierced, pierced desk lid, claw feet. Decorated all-over in repoussé with human figures, cherubim, and landscape.
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André Charles Boulle
ca. 1685-1700 (casket); second half of 18th century (stand)
2024.49.1-2
