Bench

Bench by Alexander Roux

Medium

Beech

Dimensions

23 3/4 x 23 7/8 x 19 1/4 in. (60.3 x 60.6 x 48.9 cm)

Classification

Bench

Culture

American

Department

The American Wing

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Purchase, The Edgar J. Kaufmann Foundation Gift, 1969

Accession Number

69.108

Art Historical Context

Welcome to our virtual gallery, where we explore treasures from the Dutch Golden Age.BK-1980-461* is a striking linen artwork created by an unknown artist between 1627 and 1666. Measuring 140 cm high by 105 cm wide, this piece exemplifies the exquisite textile craftsmanship of 17th-century Netherlands, time of unparalleled prosperity and innovation in the arts. Linen, prized for its durability and fine weave, was a staple material for household goods, ecclesiastical vestments, and decorative panels, often adorned with embroidery or lace techniques that showcased meticulous skill. During this ...

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