Trestle Table c. 17th century

Editor: This is an old Trestle Table by an unidentified maker. The wood and metal materials feel so fundamental. How should we interpret it? Curator: The piece emphasizes the labor inherent in its construction. The materials, the rough-hewn wood, and the metal bracing, speak to a specific production process and social context. Its aesthetic is less about artistry, more about utility and function. How does this challenge traditional boundaries between art and craft for you? Editor: That's interesting, I never thought about a table in that way. It makes you appreciate the materiality and the labor that went into it. Thank you!