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Pedestal

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image is of a pedestal by artist unknown, titled "Pedestal". Dark wood pedestal with gold accents and ornate carvings. Round top with gold rim. Four curved legs with gold accents at the top and bottom. The legs are connected by a curved piece at the top and bottom. The base is round with a gold rim. Carvings on the legs resemble flowers or leaves. The background is off-white. The pedestal appears to be made of polished wood. Gold details are shiny. The pedestal has a Victorian or antique style.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1870
Medium:
Rosewood, rosewood-grained walnut, marquetry of various woods, gilding, ebonizing
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
357 × 625 px
Museum record:
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