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Swivel Arm Chair"

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Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1880-1914, undated

GUSN

GUSN-308164

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Description

Untitled design drawing rendered in ink on trace. Perspective view is shown. Swivel arm chair has rounded crest rail which which flares outward into short chair arms; continuous stiles and lower back stile; upholstered back; single row of metal tacks along outside edges of upholstery; and post with swivel mechanism atop four curved legs with brass feet and casters. Note regarding feet and "1189" are handwritten on drawing.

Details

Descriptive Terms

chairs (furniture forms)
armchairs
swivel chairs
design drawings
sketches

Physical Description

1 design drawing in ink (6 x 5 7/8 inches)

Collection Code

CC010

Collection Name

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

Date of Acquisition

2012

Reference Code

CC010.001.006.071.005

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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