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Tilt-top tea table

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The tilt-top tea table by the artist features a round top with a scalloped edge. The top is dark brown with a glossy finish. A square section connects the top to the base. The base has a bulbous middle section and three curved legs. Each leg has a decorative design, with the bottom of each leg resembling a claw. The legs curve outward and have a glossy finish. The background is light gray.

Artwork details

Date:
1765
Medium:
Mahogany
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
587 × 625 px
Museum record:
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