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Work Table

F. J. Henkel

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black wooden table with rectangular top and one drawer. Table has four legs with ornate carvings at top and bottom. Legs are connected by curved stretcher in middle. Legs have a slight taper from top to bottom. Drawer has raised panel design and circular ornamentation in center. Table has molding around edges of top and drawer. Table appears to be made of wood and has a glossy finish. Table is photographed in black and white. Table is titled "Work Table" and attributed to "F. J. Henkel".

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1860
Medium:
Ebonized cherry, bird's-eye maple
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
471 × 624 px
Museum record:
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