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A Salver and an Openwork Base

Luigi Valadier

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a decorative tabletop standing on two ornate bases. The tabletop is oval with intricate detailing around the edges and features a central crest or coat of arms with floral and leaf motifs. Below are two pedestal bases with ornamental detailing. The drawing is in a sepia tone, giving it an aged appearance.

Artwork Details

Date
1755/1760
Medium
pen and brown ink with brown wash over black chalk and graphite on laid paper, laid down on an album sheet
Dimensions
3052 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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