Draaibare koffietafel after 1724

This 18th century engraving by Georg Lichtensteger depicts a perspective view of a revolving coffee table, "Draaibare koffietafel". The image, housed in the Rijksmuseum, shows the elaborate design of the table with its multiple drawers and intricate carvings. The table is shown in a grand setting, likely a wealthy home, highlighting its status as a luxury item. The technical detail of the table's mechanism, described in the inscription, emphasizes the innovative engineering of the time.