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Margaret Knapp

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a chair design with specific measurements and construction notes. The drawing depicts a plan and elevation view of a chair with detailed dimensions and annotations for constructing each element. Various parts of the chair such as the back strip, backrest spindles, and seat support structure are included, along with measurements in inches. The drawing details the spacing between features like wooden dowel pins and back slats, providing guidance for the assembly or replication of the chair design. The scale indicated is 1 1/2 inches equals 1 foot, indicating it is a blueprint for furniture craftsmanship. Handwritten notes and sketches further enhance the technical clarity presented for construction.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
pen and ink, graphite, and colored pencil on paper
Dimensions
3419 × 4292 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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