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Secretary
anonymous, c. 1780 - c. 1790
This type of secretary was frequently produced in the Netherlands, but this example is quite special due to the jasperware plaques. Jasperware is a ceramic imitation of carved stone, invented by the English potter Josiah Wedgwood. The two plaques at the top, designed by Emma Crewe, feature scenes of domestic work by women a recurring theme in her designs.
- Artwork typecase furniture, secretary
- Object numberBK-1970-28
- Physical characteristicseikenhout, belijmd met esdoorn- en satijnhout, biscuit aardewerk









