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Dressing Table

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows the Dressing Table by an unknown artist. The table has a rectangular top with a smooth surface. The table has a dark wood finish. There are three drawers on the front; the top and bottom drawers are short and wide while the middle drawer is long. The drawers have ornate brass handles. The table has four legs with a curved shape. The front legs are thinner than the back legs. The table has a carved shell design on the front between the drawers. The background is a plain gray color.

Artwork Details

Date
1740–50
Medium
Mahogany
Culture
American
Dimensions
599 × 572 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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