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Cabinet

Alexander Roux

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Cabinet by Alexander Roux. Black cabinet with silver inlays and ornate designs. Top has a flat surface with intricate silver filigree along the front edge. Two columns on either side with silver figurines. Left column features a woman; right column features a man. Central panel on the left door has an oval design with a floral pattern and silver border. Small drawer at the bottom with a wavy edge and silver inlay. Background is plain white.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1850–65
Medium:
Mahogany, brass, gilt bronze mounts
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
557 × 624 px
Museum record:
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