Tambour Desk 1802 - 1805

This Tambour Desk, crafted by American cabinetmaker Reuben Swift between 1802 and 1805, is a prime example of Federal-style furniture. The desk features a tambour, a roll-top lid, that slides horizontally, revealing a writing surface. It stands on elegantly curved legs and showcases intricate wood marquetry. This desk, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to Swift's skills and the beauty of early American furniture making.