Child's Desk

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Child's Desk by unidentified artist is a black and white photo of a small, weathered desk. The desk has a slanted top that opens, with a keyhole and decorative metal piece in the center. The desk has three drawers, each with a matching metal handle. The handles on the drawers are ornate and have a floral or scroll-like design. The desk sits on four short legs with a decorative trim along the bottom. The background of the image is plain gray. The desk appears to be made of metal, possibly iron or steel, and has a distressed finish. The overall design of the desk suggests it may be from an earlier time period.