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Work Table

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Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1880-1914, undated

GUSN

GUSN-306135

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Description

Untitled design drawing rendered in ink on trace. Perspective view of work table with lid open is shown. Neoclassical-style work table has hinged rectangular top; two rectangular drop leaves; three drawers with round pulls; ring turned stiles; four tapered reeded legs with ovoid and ring turnings at top and botton; ball-and-claw feet; and silk work bag. Interior compartment has eight divided cubbyholes. Design notes and "For W. L. Mellon" are handwritten on drawing. W. L. Mellon refers to William Larimer Mellon, Sr. of Pittsburgh, PA.

Details

Descriptive Terms

tables (support furniture)
work tables
Neoclassical
design drawings
sketches

Physical Description

1 design drawing in ink (6 1/4 x 6 5/8 inches)

Collection Code

CC010

Collection Name

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

Date of Acquisition

2012

Reference Code

CC010.001.004.018.004

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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