Who created "Library Table"?

Library Table was created by William Lightfoot Price|Rose Valley Shops in 1904.

What medium is "Library Table"?

Library Table is White oak, stained.

Is "Library Table" in the public domain?

Yes, Library Table is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Library Table

William Lightfoot Price|Rose Valley Shops

1904

Medium

White oak, stained

Dimensions

29 1/2 x 66 x 39 1/2 in. (74.9 x 167.6 x 100.3 cm)

Classification

Library table

Culture

American

Department

The American Wing

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Sansbury-Mills Fund, 1991

Accession Number

1991.145

Art Historical Context

Crafted in 1904 by architect and designer William Lightfoot Price the Rose Valley Shops, this *Library Table* exemplifies the American Arts and Crafts movement's dedication to honest craftsmanship and natural materials. Made from sturdy white oak and finished with a rich stain that accentuates the wood's grain, the table measures a generous 29½ x 66 x 39½ inches, ideal for displaying books or serving as a central piece in a scholarly library or study. Price, a key figure in the movement, founded the utopian Rose Valley community in Pennsylvania in 1901, where his shops produced furniture blend...

Library Table

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