Center table by Imperial Armory, Tula (south of Moscow), Russia

Center table 1775 - 1790

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This intricately crafted "Center Table" was made by the Imperial Armory in Tula, Russia, between 1775 and 1790. The table boasts a marble top adorned with a gilded border, with the legs and central support made of steel and intricately decorated with gold. The table legs are fashioned in a three-legged design, each ending in a dragon-shaped foot, adding a touch of symbolic power and grandeur to the piece. This piece showcases the exquisite craftsmanship of the Imperial Armory, reflecting the stylistic influences of the 18th century. The table, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, exemplifies the decorative arts of Imperial Russia.