"Decorated Table of Maple"

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Collection Type

Decorative arts

Date

1880-1914, undated

GUSN

GUSN-306055

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Irving and Casson - A. H. Davenport -- Collection I
Albums -- Design Drawings
"Small Tables."
Small Tables. -- Page 6
"Decorated Table of Maple"
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Irving and Casson - A. H. Davenport -- Collection I
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Description

Design drawing titled "Decorated Table of Maple" rendered in pencil on trace. Perspective view is shown. Neoclassical-style small demilune table has overhanging top; deep straight apron; four square legs that flare outwards at bottom; and extensive painted ornamentation including: border on top; foliate swags and garlands on apron; and imitation stringing throughout. Title, design notes, "For Hugh Macrae Esq / 45362" and "127" are handwritten on drawing.

Details

Descriptive Terms

tables (support furniture)
occasional tables
Neoclassical
design drawings
sketches

Physical Description

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

Collection Code

CC010

Collection Name

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

Date of Acquisition

2012

Reference Code

CC010.001.004.004.001

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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