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Tilt-Top Table

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Tilt-Top Table by artist unknown. The table has a round top with a wavy edge. The top is made of wood and has a reddish-brown color. It is smooth and has some darker spots. The table top is attached to a short stem. The stem is connected to three curved legs. The legs are also made of wood and have a dark brown color. They are shaped like a claw and have a ball at the end of each leg. The legs are carved with a design. The background is gray and white, with a shadow underneath the table.

Artwork Details

Date
1765–75
Medium
Mahogany; brass, iron
Culture
American
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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