1905-02-02
GUSN-303686
Design drawing titled "Corner Washstand of Mahogany with Painted Decoration" rendered in pencil on trace. Front and top views are shown. Neoclassical-style cabinet has a triangular form with a kdiney-shaped front; overhanging top with glass covering; one tier of two shallow drawers, each with two round glass pulls; deep cuboard with two doors, each with one round glass pull; four tapered square legs terminating in block feet; and painted decoration on stiles and drawer fronts. Rectangular mirror in wood frame is attached to top. Title, dimensions, design notes, "46437" and "G. G. Rice Esq." are handwritten on drawing. Also handwtitten are "Detailed Feb 2 - 1905 J. P. H." and "Det 4010."
washstands
corner cabinets
Neoclassical
design drawings
1 design drawing in pencil (8 3/4 x 6 7/8 inches)
CC010
Irving and Casson - A. H. Davenport -- Collection I
2012
CC010.001.014.003.001
A. H. Davenport Co. (American furniture manufactory, active late 19th-early 20th centuries) (Manufacturer)
design drawings
Item
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