1880-1914, undated
GUSN-305946
Design drawing titled "Writing Table of Mahogany" rendered in pencil on trace. Perspective view is shown. Writing table has rectangular overhanging top with molded edge; apron with molded lower edge and carved bellflowers at corners; two shallow drawers with bail handles in front apron separated by shallower center drawer; four cabriole legs with acanthus carved knees and brackets; and scroll toe feet. Title, design notes, "4544" and "J. R. Andrews 48332" are handwritten on drawing.
writing tables
design drawings
sketches
1 design drawing in pencil (5 x 6 1/2 inches)
CC010
Irving and Casson - A. H. Davenport -- Collection I
2012
CC010.001.010.022.003
A. H. Davenport Co. (American furniture manufactory, active late 19th-early 20th centuries) (Manufacturer)
design drawings
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