1880-1914, undated
GUSN-305393
Design drawing titled "Austin Sofa with Octagonal Feet" rendered in pencil and colored pencil on trace. Perspective view is shown. Sofa has rounded back with slightly arched crest which continues to scrolled arms; tufted seat; single row of metal tacks outlining exterior edges of upholstery; and carved octagonal feet, Title, design notes and "Gen. Hayes Living Room" are handwritten on drawing.
sofas
design drawings
sketches
1 design drawing in colored pencil (5 7/8 x 9 3/4nches)
CC010
Irving and Casson - A. H. Davenport -- Collection I
2012
CC010.001.008.006.002
A. H. Davenport Co. (American furniture manufactory, active late 19th-early 20th centuries) (Manufacturer)
design drawings
sketches
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