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Pier table

Date1790-1800

OriginAmerica, Maryland (probably)

MediumMahogany, white pine, tulip poplar, marble

DimensionsOH: 28 1/4"; OW: 35 1/4"; OD: 16 1/2"; Marble: OW: 37"; OD: 18 1/2"

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object number1959-107,1

DescriptionPier table: flat, semi-circular open frame, the front skirt veneered and divided into 3 equal panels by upward extensions of 2 middle legs; each panel surrounded by rectangular band of narrow, lightwood inlay; table supported on 4 straight, tapering legs, the front surface outlined with narrow band of lightwood inlay terminating in a broader, light and dark inlaid cuff on 3 sides near foot; each table equipped with flat, semicircular, original marble top, step-molded on front edge.

Woods: Primary: mahogany and mahogany veneer; secondary: white pine frame; tulip rear rails.