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Rolltop desks

Scope note

Use for desks that close by means of a flexible shutter of convex shape and composed of horizontal slats of wood. Distinguished from "tambour desks" which close by means of upright reeded or slatted shutters.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000121499

Broader Terms used

desks

Equivalent Terms used

rolltop desk

Created

13yrs ago

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