Card Table 1800 - 1810

This card table, created by John Finlay between 1800 and 1810, is a fine example of early 19th-century American furniture. The piece features a black painted surface with inlaid gilt decoration, including a central panel with a painted landscape scene. The simple yet elegant design of the legs and the overall refined craftsmanship are characteristic of the Federal style, which was prevalent in the United States at the time. The card table, now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases the artistry and skill of American furniture makers during this period.