1880-1914, undated
GUSN-305995
Design drawing titled "Writing Table" rendered in pencil on trace. Perspective view is shown. Neoclassical-style writing table has rectangular case with ovolo front corners; conforming top with molded edge; one wide shallow drawer; four tapered fluted round legs with cuffs and tapered feet; and carved crosshatch pattern on front corners. Recessed compartment at rear of top has four shallow drawers and seven pigeonholes. Title, design notes, "3400" and "E. D. Adams 46928" are handwritten on drawing.
writing tables
writing desks
Neoclassical
design drawings
sketches
1 design drawing in pencil (4 3/4 x 5 1/8 inches)
CC010
Irving and Casson - A. H. Davenport -- Collection I
2012
CC010.001.010.032.006
A. H. Davenport Co. (American furniture manufactory, active late 19th-early 20th centuries) (Manufacturer)
design drawings
sketches
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