Design for a Work Table with a Railing 1800 - 1850

This anonymous 19th-century drawing is a design for a work table with a railing. The design features a rectangular tabletop with a decorative edge and a central panel. The table rests on four legs with elaborate, scrolled supports. It’s an intriguing example of design for functional furniture that was popular in the early 19th century, highlighting the fine details that were essential to craftsmanship at the time. The design, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, provides a glimpse into the furniture design trends of the period.