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Easel and Portfolio Stand

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a wooden easel and portfolio stand. The stand has a light-colored wood with darker wood inlays. The stand has a rectangular base with four legs, each with a black stripe. The legs are connected by a small, decorative piece of wood. The main body of the stand has a large drawer with an intricate design on the front. Above the drawer is a small shelf, and above that is a tall, ornate backrest with a decorative arch at the top. The backrest has a small, decorative finial on top. The background of the image is a plain gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1880
Medium:
Walnut, ebonized wood, marquetry of lighter woods, brass
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
341 × 624 px
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