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1880-1914, undated
GUSN-303268
Untitled design drawing rendered in ink on trace. Front and side views are shown; outline of seat top is also provided. Neoclassical-style sofa has upholstered back and seat with nail trim along edges; rectangular back which curves backward at top; carved scrolls at top of stiles; arms with scrolled handholds and upholstered armrests with nail trim; arm supports with carved lotus leaves; straight lower seat rail with carved ornamentation including rosettes above legs; four tapered fluted front legs; and two splayed back legs. No notations on drawing.
sofas
Neoclassical
Federal
design drawings
1 design drawing in ink on trace (8 3/4 x 10 1/2 inches)
CC010
Irving and Casson - A. H. Davenport -- Collection I
2012
CC010.001.016.002.002
A. H. Davenport Co. (American furniture manufactory, active late 19th-early 20th centuries) (Manufacturer)
design drawings
Item
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