Designs for a Mirror Frame and Table 1800 - 1900

This anonymous drawing, housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, presents designs for a mirror frame and table dating from the 18th or 19th century. The drawing features a detailed depiction of the table’s ornate base, featuring a central urn supported by four lions, and the intricate frame with a heavy, scrolled top and decorative motifs. The design showcases the artistic tastes of the period, highlighting the emphasis on elaborate ornamentation and classical influences. It is an excellent example of a design drawing, providing insight into the creative process of furniture and decorative arts in the late 18th and 19th centuries.