1880-1914, undated
GUSN-307097
Untitled design drawing rendered in ink on trace. Perspective view is shown. Rectangular bureau has overhanging top with molded edge; narrow backboard; five drawers in a three-over-two arrangement; round pulls on upper drawers and bail handles on lower drawers; square stiles; straight skirt; tapered square feet; and brass inlay trim on drawer fronts and stiles. Oval mirror has brass inlay trim on frame and is attached to backboard by two tapered square columnar arms with carved pineapple finials. Title and design notes are handwritten on drawing. Stamped in lower left corner but partially cut off is: "To be returned to / A. H. Davenport, / 96 Washington St. / Boston, Mass."
chests of drawers
dressers (chests of drawers)
mirrors
design drawings
sketches
1 design drawing in ink (7 5/8 x 6 1/4 inches)
CC010
Irving and Casson - A. H. Davenport -- Collection I
2012
CC010.001.012.028.001
A. H. Davenport Co. (American furniture manufactory, active late 19th-early 20th centuries) (Manufacturer)
design drawings
sketches
Item
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