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Bench

Peter Timmes

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black metal bench with ornate design. Backrest divided into three sections, each with intricate scrollwork. Top of backrest features a decorative crest with floral pattern. Armrests are curved and feature a scroll-like design. Seat and frame feature a repeating pattern of interlocking circles and scrolls. Four legs, each curved and tapered, with a small foot at the bottom. Bench angled to the right, with backrest slightly curved. The bench titled "Bench" and created by Peter Timmes.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1880–1900
Medium:
Cast iron
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
600 × 542 px
Museum record:
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