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Writing desk: M.20-1970

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Description

Mahogany writing desk with roll top, inlaid with brass, on four fluted tapering legs.

Legal notes

Given by Sir Hamilton Kerr, 1970, tranferred to the Fitzwilliam Museum, 1975, from Whittlesford.

Measurements and weight

Depth: 42 cm
Height: 89 cm
Width: 68.3 cm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1970) by Kerr, Hamilton, Sir

Dating

19th Century, Early
Circa 1815 - Circa 1840

Components of the work

Inlay composed of brass (alloy)
Brass
Legs

Materials used in production

Mahogany

Identification numbers

Accession number: M.20-1970
Primary reference Number: 77239

Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Monday 29 April 2024

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Applied Arts

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