1880-1914, undated
GUSN-307009
Design drawing titled "Bureau" rendered in pencil on trace. Front view is shown. Rectangular dresser has overhanging top with molded edge; shallow backboard; three drawers with round pulls and garland ornamentation in top tier; two drawers with bail handles below; stiles with carved twist molding; straight skirt; and short carved feet. Rectangular mirror frame has arched pediment and is attached to dresser by two carved brackets at base. Title is handwritten on drawing.
chests of drawers
dressers (chests of drawers)
mirrors
design drawings
sketches
1 design drawing in pencil (7 5/8 x 6 1/4 inches)
CC010
Irving and Casson - A. H. Davenport -- Collection I
2012
CC010.001.012.008.004
A. H. Davenport Co. (American furniture manufactory, active late 19th-early 20th centuries) (Manufacturer)
design drawings
sketches
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