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Octagonal tea table

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Octagonal tea table by artist. An octagonal metal tabletop with a textured surface and etched designs. The tabletop is divided into eight triangular sections with a floral pattern in the center. The tabletop has a dark gray color with a slightly lighter gray texture. A three-legged stand supports the tabletop. The stand has curved legs that are splayed outward. The background is plain white.

Artwork Details

Date
1790–1825
Medium
Painted cherry
Culture
American
Dimensions
502 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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