This is a drawing of a mahogany block-front desk design from 1750-1775. The image features detailed plans, including a top view, a front elevation, a side elevation, and a detail of the desk with its lid open. Each section is annotated with measurements. The design includes elegant features typical of the era, like intricate handles and a curving form. The name 'Lawrence Phillips' is noted on the drawing. The scale is specified as ⅜ inch equals 1 foot. The drawing showcases a classic and functional furniture piece emblematic of its time.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c. 1937
- Medium
- pen and ink and graphite on paper
- Dimensions
- 4368 × 3343 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original