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Wing Chair

M. Rosenshield-von-Paulin

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an easy chair with measurements. It includes detailed technical illustrations of a front and side view of the chair. Various measurements in red provide precise dimensions such as height, width, and depth. The chair features ornate legs and a high backrest, and is labeled as American, made of mahogany, dating back to about 1760–1770. The drawing is associated with the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and its scale is provided as 1/8 inch equals 1 inch. The drawing appears to be intended for furniture crafting or academic study.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
pen and ink and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3407 × 4468 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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