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Shaker Lap Desk

Irving I. Smith

National Gallery of Art

The image features a large wooden lap or table desk with a slanted top and an open drawer revealing an interior lined in blue material. The wood has a warm brown tone with hints of natural grain. The desk is positioned at an angle, with the top facing towards the viewer and the drawer extending out to the right side. There is a label below the desk that reads "Lap or Table Desk," and in the bottom right corner, the name "Irving I. Smith" is visible. The background is a plain, off-white color with minor speckles scattered throughout.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3429 × 4159 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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