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Pier table

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image is of a piece of furniture titled "Pier table" by an unknown artist. The table has a rectangular top made of white marble with a smooth surface. The top has beveled edges. The table's base consists of four legs, two at the front and two at the back, made of dark wood or metal. The legs are fluted and have ornate details at the top and bottom. The legs are shaped like animal paws at the bottom. A stretcher is not visible. The table's apron is made of dark wood with a wood grain pattern. The background of the image is a plain gray color.

Artwork Details

Date
1810–20
Medium
Mahogany, marble, gilded brass with white pine
Culture
American
Dimensions
600 × 525 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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