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Drawing for Chair

Jack Bochner

National Gallery of Art

This is a detailed technical drawing of a wooden chair known as the "Dutch Chair" from 1720-1730 designed for the South Parlor of the Wethersfield House. The drawing includes front, side, and back views with measurements. The chair features elegant curved legs and a simple backrest design. It is labeled with dimensions, wood type, craftsman's name "Jack Bronner," and a scale note of 3/4"=1'. The focus is on accuracy for construction or reproduction purposes.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
pen and ink and graphite on paper
Dimensions
4301 × 3387 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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