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Nesting Table

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black nesting table with square top, four legs, and lower crossbar. Top has raised edge and etched design in center. Legs have ornate carvings, including circular cutouts and curved bottoms that end in feet. Lower crossbar connects legs. Background is light gray. Artist: Unknown. Title: Nesting Table.

Artwork Details

Date
1860–70
Medium
Aspen or cottonwood, papier mache
Culture
American
Dimensions
482 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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