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Image captured from the NEH Myers Conservation Survey by Carey Howlett.
Pedestal Drop Leaf Table
Image captured from the NEH Myers Conservation Survey by Carey Howlett.
Image captured from the NEH Myers Conservation Survey by Carey Howlett.

Pedestal Drop Leaf Table

Manufacturer Unknown
CultureAmerican
Date1810
MediumMahogany | Brass
DimensionsOverall: 27 7/8 x 41 7/8 x 20 1/8 in. (70.8 x 106.4 x 51.1 cm)
Credit LineChrysler Museum of Art, Moses Myers House, Norfolk, Virginia. The Historic Houses are the property of the City of Norfolk and are operated by The Chrysler Museum.
Object numberM51.1.3
On View
Chrysler Museum of Art, MMH, Drawing Room
DescriptionPedestal table with single drawer, a turned shaft and four saber legs with molded upper surfaces. Shaft has an inverted beehive turning (graduated multiple rings). D-shaped leaves are each secured to top with three wrought iron hinges. The drawer front is veneered in figured mahogany and features a plain cast brass knob (a replacement). The vertical blocks at each corner of the table frame are ornamented with turned drop pendants.

Exhibition HistoryMyers House
Image captured from the NEH Myers Conservation Survey by Carey Howlett.
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Image captured from the NEH Myers Conservation Survey by Carey Howlett.
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Image captured from the NEH Myers Conservation Survey by Carey Howlett.
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Image captured from the NEH Myers Conservation Survey by Carey Howlett.
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