Altar Coffer

China

Qing dynasty (1644-1912), Late 17th century

  • Titles Altar Coffer (Descriptive)
  • Artist China
  • Medium wood, brass
  • Dimensions 35 1/2 x 21 3/4 x 88 in. (90.2 x 55.2 x 223.5 cm)
  • Credit Line Gift of Dr. and Mrs. Cooper G. Hazelrig, Dr. and Mrs. Thomas W. Mears, Mr. and Mrs. Bartlett Bretz, and Dr. and Mrs. Robert Rosser, 1981.190
  • Work Type altar coffer
  • Classification Furniture

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