Writing Box
1700-1800 (made)
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Writing box of mahogany with a folding top and two drawers, formerly belonging to Oliver Goldsmith & bequeathed by him in 1774 to his friend Dr Hawes.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Mahogany |
| Brief description | Writing box of mahogany with a folding top and two drawers. English, ca. 18th century. |
| Physical description | Writing box of mahogany with a folding top and two drawers, formerly belonging to Oliver Goldsmith & bequeathed by him in 1774 to his friend Dr Hawes. |
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| Credit line | Given by Lady Hawes |
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| Accession number | 540-1872 |
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| Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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