Design for a Round Renaissance Style Table 1800 - 1900

This anonymous design for a round Renaissance style table, created between 1800 and 1900, is held in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The drawing showcases the table's intricate details, including a round top adorned with a red and gold marquetry pattern, a black band with gold accents, and a fluted rim. The table rests on four elegantly sculpted legs, each ending in a ball foot. The design, though not attributed to a specific artist, reflects the enduring influence of the Renaissance style on decorative arts during this period.