Collection Highlights
John Singer Sargent (1856-1925), Seen from the Back, Seated at an Easel and Holding a Palette
1875
1935.85.2.83
Graphite on ivory paper, formerly mounted on a page of Album 2
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Work table
Object name
Work table
Date
ca. 1810
Medium
Mahogany; poplar, pine; textile
Dimensions
Overall: 29 3/4 x 19 1/4 x 14 5/8 in. ( 75.6 x 48.9 x 37.1 cm )
Description
Mahogany Federal work table (sewing stand); rectangular form with concave front; two drawers with circular brass pulls (replacements); cotton chintz sewing basket with inner pine frame; tapering, squared legs; decorated with inlaid satinwood stringing.
Credit