Tilt Top Table 1937

henrymurphy

drawing

toned paper

light pencil work

water colours

pencil sketch

light coloured

pencil drawing

watercolour illustration

shading experimentation

positive shape

watercolor

"Tilt Top Table" is a watercolor painting by Henry Murphy, created in 1937. The artwork depicts a tilt-top table, a type of furniture popular in the 18th and 19th centuries. The table is rendered in a realistic style, with detailed depictions of the wood grain and the table's intricate design. The simple composition and muted colors create a sense of quiet elegance. Murphy, an American artist born in 1855, was known for his still-life paintings. "Tilt Top Table" exemplifies his talent for capturing the beauty of everyday objects.