Colonial musk framed portrait of a gentleman with R l Hood Gilder and Picture Frame Maker label, 3.54 in. high, 2.95 in. wide, internal 8.66 in. high, 8.07 in. wide, external
- Musk Wood - The musk is native to Tasmania, and is found in the rainforests and wetter regions especially along river banks. It grows to a height of between five and fifteen metres, it has a musk scent. A rare timber and therefore mainly used as a veneer in the 19th-century, it is light brown in colour and furniture constructed from it is very expensive.
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