1880-1914, undated
GUSN-306402
Design drawing titled "Mahogany Bench" rendered in pencil on trace. Front view is shown. Neoclassical-style rectangular bench has upholstered seat cushion with single row of metal tacks along bottom edge; straight apron with inlaid or carved central geometric and foliate motifs; corner blocks with inlaid or carved rosettes; and four tapered reeded round legs with carved turning at top and carved foliage above cylindrical feet. Title, design notes, "Mrs. Bartlett 15925" and "11931" are handwritten on drawing.
benches (furniture)
Neoclassical
design drawings
sketches
1 design drawing in pencil (4 1/8 x 5 7/8 inches)
CC010
Irving and Casson - A. H. Davenport -- Collection I
2012
CC010.001.007.006.004
A. H. Davenport Co. (American furniture manufactory, active late 19th-early 20th centuries) (Manufacturer)
design drawings
sketches
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