Table
Medium
Decorative Arts-Furniture
Classification
Decorative Arts-Furniture
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of John Gellatly
Accession Number
1929.8.433
Tags
Art Historical Context
Nestled in the Smithsonian American Art Museum's collection decorative arts is this elegant *Table*, a testament to the craftsmanship of unidentified artisans from an unknown era. As a prime example of furniture within the decorative arts category, it highlights how everyday objects like tables served dual purposes: functional utility and aesthetic enhancement in American homes. Such pieces often embodied the evolving tastes and social aspirations of their time, transforming simple furnishings into statements of style and status. Donated by collector John Gellatly, whose generous gifts enrich...
About the Artist
Unidentified ( ) · –