attributed to André-Charles Boulle (1642 - 1732),
c. 1700
oak veneered with marquetry of brass on tortoiseshell,
tortoiseshell on brass and tortoiseshell on pewter, banded with
ebony; gilt-bronze mounts
110.5 x 70.9 x 53 cm
PROVENANCE probably acquired through Garrard's by the 5th Duke in
1830 'GL7 169 Apr 15 2 Buhl coffers £200 com 10 p. cent £20
duty £(100) 30 p.c. 30 freight 10 - £260'
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