Table (Lyre Pedestal) c. 1939

This anonymous watercolor design, “Table (Lyre Pedestal),” depicts a table with a rectangular top and an elaborately carved lyre-shaped pedestal base. The table’s design combines elements of classical Greek architecture with Neoclassical furniture design, which were popular styles in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The lyre-shaped base, often seen in classical furniture, reflects the Greek influence, while the overall design reflects the Neoclassical aesthetic of the period. The detailed watercolor depicts the table in rich detail, emphasizing the intricate carving and the mahogany wood.