19th Century Half-Moon Table

19th century Half-Moon Table
19th century Half-Moon Table detail
19th century Half-Moon Table detail
19th century Half-Moon Table
19th century Half-Moon Table alternate leg
Inventory
Collection Number: 
17259
Building: 
Central Library
Current Location: 
B1
Floor: 
Lower Level/Vault
Object Description
Artist: 
Unknown
Object Type: 
Furniture
Details: 
This is a 19th century mahogany half-moon table that was likely an addition to a larger piece.
Framed: 
No
Length: 
55 inches
Width: 
27 1/2 inches
Height: 
31 inches
Description: 

This side table's smooth upper surface caps a wealth of intricacy below. Starting with the band that foots the tabletop, shields, vases plush with foliage, and scrolling elements carved in high relief span the half-moon shape and give way to two supporting legs. The legs' alternate smooth, slender segments with globes carved with more high-relief detail. A sequence of ram faces protrudes from each of the upper globes with ribbons threading their horns. The lower globes are more subtle with sequences of four-leaf floral cameos. Altogether, the piece appears heavy in material but weightless in placement which would suggest it was likely part of a larger piece of furniture.

Reproduce the Work in Library publications/publicity, including film or videotape: 
Yes
Make slides or videotapes for educational use: 
Yes
Permit the general public to photograph the work : 
Yes