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... Table . Fixed and mechanical tables . In general , tables can be divided into fixed and mechanical types . The fixed table , consisting of a square or round top supported by one or more legs , is the least complicated from the viewpoint ...
... Table . Fixed and mechanical tables . In general , tables can be divided into fixed and mechanical types . The fixed table , consisting of a square or round top supported by one or more legs , is the least complicated from the viewpoint ...
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... table tops . Rectangular tables with four legs were also used , as were round tops . Rome . Principal furniture forms were couches , chairs with and without arms , stools , tables , chests , and box- es . Excellent documentary evidence ...
... table tops . Rectangular tables with four legs were also used , as were round tops . Rome . Principal furniture forms were couches , chairs with and without arms , stools , tables , chests , and box- es . Excellent documentary evidence ...
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... tables , screen , and daybed from his furniture collection , China , 18th century . Types of field decoration RUGS AND CARPETS Medallion carpets Types. on the threshold of a new era . By 1970 , however , faddism and commercial versions ...
... tables , screen , and daybed from his furniture collection , China , 18th century . Types of field decoration RUGS AND CARPETS Medallion carpets Types. on the threshold of a new era . By 1970 , however , faddism and commercial versions ...
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