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2013 Acquisitions

Description

This series consists of seven watercolor renderings of furniture manufactured by A. H. Davenport Co., Irving and Casson, or their successor Irving and Casson - A. H. Davenport Co. The types of furniture depicted include a screen, pedestal, tall case clock, cabinet and several tables.

Details

Descriptive Terms

design drawings
renderings (drawings)

Physical Description

One folder containing seven watercolor renderings; 1.75 linear feet

Custodial History

Historic New England purchased the items from a dealer. It is not known when or from whom the dealer acquired the items

Collection Code

CC011

Collection Name

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

Date of Acquisition

2013

Reference Code

CC011.010

Acquisition Type

Library & Archives Purchase

Credit Line

Historic New England, Library & Archives Purchase, 2013.

Record Details

Originator

A. H. Davenport Co. (American furniture manufactory, active late 19th-early 20th centuries)
Irving & Casson
Irving & Casson - A. H. Davenport Co.

Material Type

design drawings
renderings (drawings)

Description Level

Series

Arrangement

Arrangement

The drawings are arranged in order of increasing size so as to minimize the chance of damage. Titles given by the original creators of items are enclosed by quotation marks.

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