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Walnut tiered Buffet

Object: Cupboard
Exact Date: 1450-1500
Country of Origin: France 

Description: A French Renaissance Walnut tiered Buffet consisting of an open base supporting cupboards and high backboard decorated with intricate Gothic tracery etc., two doors in the cupboards. It contains a carved pelican which is the symbol for Christ’s blood. It is late 15th century in origin.. 

Acc. No: 90
Item No: 285
Subject Type: Cupboard
Object Type: Furniture
Location: Great Hall
Nationality: French
Mediums / Material: Wood/Walnut
Measurements Metric: 1.65M L x 63cm W x 2½7MH
Measurements Imperial: 65" L x 25" W x 8ft 5" H