Writing Table

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Collection Type

Decorative arts

Date

1880-1914, undated

GUSN

GUSN-305943

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Irving and Casson - A. H. Davenport -- Collection I
Albums -- Design Drawings
"Writing Desks and Tables."
Writing Desks and Tables. -- Page 101
Writing Table
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Irving and Casson - A. H. Davenport -- Collection I
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Description

Untitled design drawing rendered in pencil on trace. Perspective view is shown. Writing table has rectangular top with rounded corners; two lyre-shaped side panels with carved volutes atop shaped rectangular bases with bracket feet; and center stretcher. On top of table is an arched backboard with two compartments for storing paper or other supplies. "Mrs. Potter" and "Reception Rm / Ivy Club" are handwritten on drawing.

Details

Descriptive Terms

writing tables
design drawings
sketches

Physical Description

1 design drawing in pencil (5 1/4 x 5 3/8 inches)

Collection Code

CC010

Collection Name

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

Date of Acquisition

2012

Reference Code

CC010.001.010.022.001

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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