Table Collection (page 16)
"The Table: A Symbol of Tradition, Innovation
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"The Table: A Symbol of Tradition, Innovation, and Connection" From the sacred Torah scroll used in Jewish prayers to the extravagant automated dining room of Heath Robinson, the table has witnessed countless stories unfold and has been a witness to history and a gathering place for people from all walks of life. In Italy, Europe, tables have hosted lively debates over politics and suffrage as seen in the intriguing board game PANK-A-SQUITH. Meanwhile, Sir Gawain and the Green Knight by William McLaren reminds us of medieval tales shared around grand banquet tables. Transporting us to 1920s Montparnasse is CRW Nevinson's painting "A Studio in Montparnasse, " where artists gathered around a table to discuss their avant-garde ideas that would shape art movements for years to come. Similarly, Francis Davis Millet's "Between Two Fires" captures an intimate moment at a table filled with conversation and camaraderie. Across continents, we find ourselves strolling along San Antonio Riverwalk in Texas. Here, tables line up alongside picturesque views as friends share meals while creating lasting memories together. The silver screen also immortalizes tables' significance; think back to the final sequence of "Ice Cold In Alex. " The tension builds as characters gather around a table before embarking on their perilous journey - showcasing how even simple furniture can heighten dramatic moments. Reflecting on history brings us back to Plymouth, Massachusetts during THE FIRST THANKSGIVING. Jennie A. Brownscombe's oil painting transports us back in time when Pilgrims sat side by side with Native Americans at a communal table - symbolizing unity amidst diversity, and are not just witnesses but also actors themselves; Bill Sykes (Barnard) finds himself entangled amidst gripping scenes atop one such piece of furniture. Lastly, we delve into ancient wisdom with the Emerald Tablet or Tabula Smaragdina.