RECTANGULAR TABLE
Creator(s): Unknown (Cabinet Maker)
On view in: Ladies Powder Room
About this object
The rectangular table has rounded corners and stands on four column-shaped legs. The top is covered with diamond pattern in marquetry. The front is fitted with a drawer, which has a projection in the center. This is mounted with a mask flanked by two rams and with bands of vine scrolls on the sides. The fluted legs are filled with ormolu floral strips at the top. Each leg has a collar formed by a band of acanthus leaves, motif that is also repeated on the sabots.
- Object name:
- RECTANGULAR TABLE
- Made from:
- Wood marquetry -- gilt bronze
- Made in:
- FRANCE
- Date made:
- after 1850
- Size:
- 29 1/4 × 43 1/2 × 27 1/4 in. (74.3 × 110.5 × 69.2 cm)
Detailed information for this item
- Catalog number:
- 31.39
- Class:
- FURNITURE
- Signature marks:
- LABEL sticker with the number: 3554 [Underneath]
- Credit line:
- Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973