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From various articles carved in wood and exhibited by the manufacturers, J. G. two figures, and a Crucifixion. The figure of Christ is well carved, and is surround-Lange (heirs) of Oberamergan, Wurtemberg, we engrave on this page a Group of ed with an appropriate but not elaborate carved frame.

We have already had occasion to remark upon the number andgeneral excellence of the large pieces of ornamental furniture,exhibited in the American Department. We here introduce ano

ther specimen which substantiates the observations then made—aSideboard carved in rosewood. It is contributed by AugusteEliaers, designer and manufacturer, Cornhill, Boston.

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The semi-caryatides which support the slab in front, rise gracefully out of the con-struction and adorn it. Agriculture and the chase are represented by the twofigures above. The panels between, and on each ade, bear flowers, fruits, and

grain, and the implements which aid in cultivating or in gathering them, while thearms and trophies of hunting decorate the topmost panel of all.

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