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"Extension Table"

Description

Design drawing titled "Extension Table" rendered in pencil on trace. Perspective view is shown. Rectangular extension dining table has overhanging top with rounded corners and molded edge; straight apron with molded edge and carved or inlaid foliate motifs on corners; four corner and two center tapered round reeded legs with foliate carving above and ringed cuffs; and casters. Title, design notes and "A. L. Hopkins 1905?" are handwritten on drawing.

Details

Descriptive Terms

tables (support furniture)
dining tables
extension dining tables
design drawings
sketches

Physical Description

1 design drawing in pencil (6 x 12 inches)

Collection Code

CC010

Collection Name

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

Date of Acquisition

2012

Reference Code

CC010.001.005.017.003

Date Notes

Handwritten date "1905" is followed by "?" on drawing.

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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