1880-1914, undated
GUSN-306409
Design drawing titled "Piano Bench" rendered in ink on trace. Perspective view is shown. Empire-style rectangular bench has low flaring sides with rolled tops; upholstered seat and sides; straight apron; and four tapered square legs with carved turnings at top and bottom above cylindrical feet. Inlaid decoration includes: rosettes at ends of flared sides; central plaque with patera on apron; and diiamond shape on corner blocks. Title, design notes and "27717 / Solomon Lincoln" are handwritten on drawing. Title is partially cut off.
benches (furniture)
piano benches
Empire (style)
design drawings
sketches
1 design drawing in ink (4 1/2 x 6 inches)
CC010
Irving and Casson - A. H. Davenport -- Collection I
2012
CC010.001.007.009.002
A. H. Davenport Co. (American furniture manufactory, active late 19th-early 20th centuries) (Manufacturer)
design drawings
sketches
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