Who created "Tilt Top Table"?

Tilt Top Table was created by Herbert Marsh in c. 1937.

When was "Tilt Top Table" created?

This artwork was created c. 1937.

What medium is "Tilt Top Table"?

Tilt Top Table is watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper.

Is "Tilt Top Table" in the public domain?

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

Tilt Top Table

Herbert Marsh

c. 1937

Medium

watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper

Dimensions

overall: 28.2 x 22.9 cm (11 1/8 x 9 in.) Original IAD Object: none given

Classification

Index of American Design

Department

CG-W

Museum

National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.

Credit

Index of American Design

Accession Number

1943.8.5797

Art Historical Context

**Tilt Top Table** by Herbert Marsh (c. 1937) is a meticulous rendering of a classic American form, captured in watercolor, colored pencil, and on paper (28.2 x 22.9 cm). This-scale drawing showcases the tilt-top table's elegant functionality—a versatile piece where the circular top pivots on a pedestal base for easy serving or storage, popular in colonial and Federal-era homes. Marsh's precise technique highlights the wood grain, brass hardware, and graceful cabriole legs, evoking the craftsmanship of early American decorative arts. Created as part of the **Index of American Design** (IAD), ...

Tilt Top Table

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