Museum Collections
Luce Center
Refectory Table
Object name
Refectory Table
Date
1796
Medium
Chestnut, pine
Dimensions
Overall: 31 x 76 x 27 in. ( 78.7 x 193 x 68.6 cm )
Description
Chestnut refectory-type table with rectangular top with end leaves that slide out from under it, expanding length of rectangle; front apron with elaborately carved decoration consisting of central shield with wood inlay inscription flanked on either side by a cartouche with scrolling frame containing flower and scroll motif; one small drawer on either end; raised on ring-and-vase-turned legs on ball feet with wide, flat stretcher with projecting edges framing base of legs.
Object Number
INV.302
Marks
wood inlay: on front of aprong: "17 IAT 96"
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.





