"Special 284 Sofa"

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Collection Type

Photography

Date

1880-1914, undated

GUSN

GUSN-305335

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Irving and Casson - A. H. Davenport -- Collection I
Albums -- Design Drawings
"Stuffed Sofas and Easy Chairs."
Stuffed Sofas, Easy Chairs -- Page 4
"Special 284 Sofa"
(current record)

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Irving and Casson - A. H. Davenport -- Collection I
- Albums -- Design Drawings
  - "Stuffed Sofas and Easy Chairs."
    - Stuffed Sofas, Easy Chairs -- Page 4
      - Sofa
      - "Special 284 Sofa" (current record)
      - "Sofa "A""
      - "Stuffed Sofa"
      - "Sofa"

Description

Design drawing titled "Special 284 Sofa" rendered in ink. Perspective view is shown. Sketch depicts upholstered sofa with rolled crest and arms; three-part back; rectangular seat with three loose cushions; and square tapered legs with casters. Title and "Cushion Seat and Back" are handwritten on sketch.

Details

Descriptive Terms

sofas
design drawings
sketches

Physical Description

1 design drawing in ink (4 3/8 x 6 inches)

Collection Code

CC010

Collection Name

Irving and Casson - A. H. Davenport -- Collection I

Date of Acquisition

2012

Reference Code

CC010.001.008.001.002

Record Details

Originator

A. H. Davenport Co. (American furniture manufactory, active late 19th-early 20th centuries) (Manufacturer)

Material Type

design drawings
sketches

Description Level

Item

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