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Drop-leaf Table

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white photo of a drop-leaf table by Duncan Phyfe. Oval tabletop with a slight lip on the edge. Table has a pedestal base with three curved legs ending in feet with castors. The pedestal base is made up of a central support connected to the legs with curved braces. The central support consists of a turned lower section, a ring-shaped middle section, and a fluted upper section. The tabletop appears to be made of wood and has a dark finish. The background is a plain wall and floor.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1800
Medium:
Mahogany
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
599 × 395 px
Museum record:
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