Card table c. 1800

This "Card Table" from c. 1800, currently housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, is a prime example of American Federal-style furniture. It features a mahogany top and inlaid wood marquetry in contrasting hues, reflecting the craftsmanship of the period. The slender, reeded legs and elegant form highlight the influence of neoclassical design principles popular in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. This piece would have been used for card games and other social gatherings, serving as a testament to the refined tastes of the time.