A New York Masterpiece This bold and delicate table embodies the Renaissance in decorative and fine art taking place in America and Europe in the 1860’s. The rebirh of craftsmanship is expressed in the rich marquetry top with all the arabesque devices giving way to a trophy of musical instruments. This is set into an ebonized frieze resplendant with complementing plaques. The supporting elements and the eye-catching urn are derived from Roman and Greek Designs. This new classicism is evident in the forms of the time and is the high point in establishing a true American style. |