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Center Table

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The table "Center Table" by the artist is an oval-shaped piece with a brown wood base and top. The top features a black oval design in the center surrounded by an intricate floral pattern. A black border runs along the edge of the top. The table has four legs, each with a carved design at the top and a rounded ball at the bottom. A curved metal piece connects the legs underneath the table. A decorative oval plate on the front of the table showcases an image. The background of the image is gray.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1865–70
Medium:
Walnut with inlays of other woods, gilding, gilt bronze mounts, and porcelain plaques.
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
600 × 597 px
Museum record:
View original
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