Dressing Table 1750 - 1770

This American "Dressing Table" dating from the mid-18th century is a fine example of Rococo-influenced furniture design. The elegant, cabriole legs and carved apron reveal the taste for graceful, asymmetrical curves characteristic of this era. The table’s practicality is further enhanced by four drawers with intricate brass pulls. This piece, currently housed at the Art Institute of Chicago, exemplifies the craftsmanship and refined aesthetic of American furniture making during the 18th century.