Occasional Table

Name/Title

Occasional Table

Entry/Object ID

1966.220.1

Description

Late Sheraton style walnut occasional table. It has a rectangular beveled-edge top with concave cut corners. The trestle base has spindle, scrolling-shaped legs with crisp ring turnings as well as a stretcher of similar style. The table contains a single drawer in the skirt.

Use

Unlike tables named for a specific purpose and often room, such as a dining room table or a coffee table, an occasional table is meant to serve whatever purpose is needed at the time and can be used in any room with various other furniture.

Furniture Details

Furniture Type

Table

Made/Created

Date made

circa 1850

Dimensions

Height

28-1/4 in

Width

26 in

Depth

17 in

Material

Wood