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Chest (Italy), 16th century

This is a Chest. It was manufactured by Villa Demidoff. It is dated 16th century and we acquired it in 1969. Its medium is walnut, ivory and fruitwood inlay. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by American Institute of Interior Designers. It is credited Gift of American Association of Interior Designers.

Its dimensions are

H x W x D: 50 x 120 x 49.5 cm (19 11/16 x 47 1/4 x 19 1/2 in.)

Cite this object as

Chest (Italy), 16th century; Manufactured by Villa Demidoff; walnut, ivory and fruitwood inlay; H x W x D: 50 x 120 x 49.5 cm (19 11/16 x 47 1/4 x 19 1/2 in.); Gift of American Association of Interior Designers; 1969-105-1-a/f

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