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Highboy

Jack Bochner

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a highboy dresser from the early 18th century, specifically dated between 1725 and 1730. The highboy dresser is of American-New England origin. It features a long, slender design with a decorative finial at the top, standing on tall, curved legs with intricate detailing. The design emphasizes vertical lines and balance, showcasing the elegant simplicity of early American furniture. Materials specified in the description suggest possible involvement of Jack Boone, possibly in design or reproduction, as noted by the Brooklyn Museum.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
pen and ink and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3344 × 4367 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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