Design for desk and/or portfolio cabinet — John Gregory Crace | DiscoverArt

John Gregory Crace

Design for desk and/or portfolio cabinet

19th century

Graphite, brush and wash and watercolor

33.1 × 53.7 cm (13 × 21.1 in)

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