1880-1914, undated
GUSN-305994
Design drawing titled "Writing Table Painted Grey-Green & White" rendered in pencil on trace. Perspective view is shown. Neoclassical-style writing table has rectangular case with rounded front corners; conforming top with molded edge; shallow backsplash with concave ends; two drawers with bail handles; carved or painted bellflowers on front corners; four tapered fluted round legs with carved turned ring at top and ring cuffs; and turned ovoid feet. Title, design notes, "11513" and "H. L. Pratt 501184" are handwritten on drawing.
writing tables
Neoclassical
design drawings
sketches
1 design drawing in pencil (4 5/8 x 5 inches)
CC010
Irving and Casson - A. H. Davenport -- Collection I
2012
CC010.001.010.032.005
A. H. Davenport Co. (American furniture manufactory, active late 19th-early 20th centuries) (Manufacturer)
design drawings
sketches
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