"Piano Bench of Mahogany"

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Collection Type

Decorative arts

Date

1880-1914, undated

GUSN

GUSN-306373

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Irving and Casson - A. H. Davenport -- Collection I
Albums -- Design Drawings
"Pianos. Mirrors. Billiard Tables. Benches, Screens."
Pianos. Mirrors. Billiard Tables. Benches. Screens. -- Page 81
"Piano Bench of Mahogany"
(current record)

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Irving and Casson - A. H. Davenport -- Collection I
- Albums -- Design Drawings
  - "Pianos. Mirrors. Billiard Tables. Benches, Screens."
    - Pianos. Mirrors. Billiard Tables. Benches. Screens. -- Page 81
      - "Piano Bench of Mahogany" (current record)
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Description

Design drawing titled "Piano Bench of Mahogany" rendered in pencil on trace. Perspective view is shown. Neoclassical-style rectangular bench has high sides which flare outwards with carved volutes at ends; upholstered seat and interior of sides; straight apron; four tapered reeded round legs with carved ringed turning at top; and cylindrical feet. Title, design notes, "For Mrs. Bement 29853" and "11590" are handwritten on drawing.

Details

Descriptive Terms

benches (furniture)
piano benches
Neoclassical
design drawings
sketches

Physical Descrption

1 design drawing in pencil (4 3/8 x 5 inches)

Collection Code

CC010

Collection Name

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

Date of Acquisition

2012

Reference Code

CC010.001.007.004.001

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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