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Tea Table

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black round table with a pedestal base. The table top is circular and flat with a raised lip around the edge. It appears to be made of wood and has a smooth finish. The pedestal base has a single column that tapers slightly towards the top and bottom. The base of the pedestal splits into three curved legs, each with a claw-like foot. The table is positioned centrally in the image, with a plain gray background. The image is a black and white photograph. The title of the image is "Tea Table".

Artwork Details

Date
1750–90
Medium
Mahogany
Culture
American
Dimensions
501 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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