Drop-leaf Table 1870 - 1875

This drop-leaf table, crafted by the Herter Brothers between 1870 and 1875, is a fine example of American furniture from the Victorian era. The table's design features an oval top supported by four slender legs, each with a complex series of turned and carved elements. The table's elegant design and detailed craftsmanship reflect the Herter Brothers' reputation for producing high-quality furniture that combined traditional forms with innovative decorative details. This piece is currently on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.