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Orfeo's Desk, the Senses and the Elements

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Orfeo's desk, the senses and the elements Mexican School of Villa Alta of San Ildelfonso, Oaxaca Technique sumac paste, lignaloe, granadillo, lemon wood and red cedar with wrought iron fittings. Elaboration time is from the 17th century its measurements are 56 x 106 x 41.5 CMS. Undoubtedly it is one of the most important furniture of the production of the Villa Alta, both for the iconography, as for the high quality and fineness of the embossed figures.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18.12 in (46 cm)Width: 41.74 in (106 cm)Depth: 16.34 in (41.5 cm)
  • Style:
    American Colonial (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1630-1680
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    San Cristobal de Las Casas, MX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4627214388952
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