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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
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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