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Chair

American 20th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a chair design. The drawing showcases an elegant chair with detailed features and side views, including its ornate armrests and carved decorative elements. The left half displays an outlined silhouette with the backrest and a portion of the seat rendered in shaded tones. The chair legs are depicted with classical curled feet and vertical elements. The right half of the drawing shows a meticulous side profile of the chair. The inclusion of a scale at the bottom of the drawing indicates precision and the intent for manufacturing or construction.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
pen and ink and watercolor on paper
Dimensions
3357 × 4392 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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