1880-1914, undated
GUSN-305942
Design drawing titled "Writing Table of Mahogancy" rendered in pencil on trace. Front and side views are shown. Rectangular writing table has overhanging top with molded edge; two lyre-shaped side panels with carved volutes atop rectangular bases with paw feet; and stretcher. On top of table is a horizontal middle partition with two compartments for holding paper or other supplies on each side. Title, design notes, "3320" and "American Security & Trust Co. / Washington DC 47185" are handwritten on drawing.
writing tables
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1 design drawing in pencil (4 7/8 x 8 1/4 inches)
CC010
Irving and Casson - A. H. Davenport -- Collection I
2012
CC010.001.010.021.004
A. H. Davenport Co. (American furniture manufactory, active late 19th-early 20th centuries) (Manufacturer)
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