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Two Tables

Description

Untitled design drawing rendered in ink on trace. Perspective view of two tables is shown. One table has a round top with molded edge; turned vasiform pedestal; three low curving legs; paw feet with casters; and carved acanthus leaves and reeding on pedestal and legs. The second table has a round overhanging top with molded edge; skirt with inlaid or painted stringing; lower circular shelf; four square legs with inlaid or painted bellflowers at top; and tapered feet. "#11366" is handwritten on drawing.

Details

Descriptive Terms

tables (support furniture)
pedestal tables
occasional tables
design drawings
sketches

Physical Description

1 design drawing in ink (9 x 4 inches)

Collection Code

CC010

Collection Name

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

Date of Acquisition

2012

Reference Code

CC010.001.004.003.007

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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