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Worktable

Michael Allison

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Worktable by Michael Allison is a black wooden table with a rectangular top. The top has a dark finish with variations in shade. There are two drop leaves on either side. The table has three drawers in the center with horizontal ribbing and round knobs. The legs are ornately carved with a curved design that resembles leaves or flowers, and they end in claw-like feet. The table has a stretcher between the legs for support. The background of the image is white.

Artwork Details

Date
1823
Medium
Mahogany, tulip poplar
Culture
American
Dimensions
600 × 481 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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