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1880-1914, undated
GUSN-307497
Untitled design drawing rendered in ink on trace. Perspective view is shown. Neoclassical-style side chair has molded shield-shaped back with serpentine crest; pierced splat composed of five ribs with papyrus tops radiating upward from base; molded curved stiles; seat with serpentine front, over-the-rail upholstery, and a single row of metal tacks along lower edge; raked rectangular rear legs; and molded tapered square front legs with spade feet. "#44859" and "744" are handwritten on drawing.
chairs (furniture forms)
side chairs
dining chairs
shield-back chairs
Neoclassical
design drawings
sketches
1 design drawing in ink (5 1/2 x 4 inches)
CC010
Irving and Casson - A. H. Davenport -- Collection I
2012
CC010.001.006.019.005
A. H. Davenport Co. (American furniture manufactory, active late 19th-early 20th centuries) (Manufacturer)
design drawings
sketches
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