Carl Weiss

American, active c. 1935

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The image shows a wooden cabinet with four curved legs and a large compartment and drawer handles on its front. Below the cabinet is a removable tray with small compartments. The color palette consists of rich shades of reddish-brown and gray, depicting the wood texture. The cabinet is centered in the upper portion of the image, while the tray is positioned in the lower part, tilted slightly to show its inner compartments.
Carl Weiss, Cellaret, c. 1953, watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.7901

Cellaret

Carl Weiss · c. 1953 · watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.7901
The sculpture shows a horse in motion, raising one of its front legs as if trotting or walking. The sculpture is in a silhouette style, outlining the horse's muscular build and flowing mane down its neck. It is made of dark-colored metal and situated on a base with a support rod for balance. The design highlights the horse's form and structure clearly.
Carl Weiss, Horse Weather Vane, c. 1939, graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.17505

Horse Weather Vane

Carl Weiss · c. 1939 · graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.17505
This drawing shows a detailed architectural plan or furniture design. The side view of a piece of furniture, likely a sofa or settee, is depicted. One half is detailed, while the other half shows the internal skeletal structure. The design includes ornamental features like carved legs and decorative trim. The drawing is precise and includes a scale (2" to 1'), indicating it was used for construction or design. The style reflects classical or neoclassical influences with attention to decorative and structural elements.
Carl Weiss, Sofa, c. 1939, pen and ink, graphite, and wash on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.5487

Sofa

Carl Weiss · c. 1939 · pen and ink, graphite, and wash on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.5487
The image displays a tall, wooden furniture piece with a chest containing several drawers on top and a smaller section with additional drawers below. The furniture is supported by turned legs connected by stretchers. The color palette features reddish-brown wood tones with golden metal drawer handles and keyholes. The furniture is centred within the frame, taking up most of the space vertically, with the upper chest positioned above the lower section in a symmetrical alignment.
Carl Weiss, High Chest of Drawers, c. 1936, colored pencil and graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.5205

High Chest of Drawers

Carl Weiss · c. 1936 · colored pencil and graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.5205
The image shows a wrought iron candle holder with an elongated vertical stem topped by a curved handle and featuring two arms supporting candles. The color palette is shades of gray, giving it a monochromatic appearance. Positioned centrally on the page, the candle holder stands upright, with its arms extending outwards and upwards in a symmetrical fashion. The image is drawn on a beige background with some visible markings at the bottom left corner.
Carl Weiss, Candlestand, c. 1936, graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.12873

Candlestand

Carl Weiss · c. 1936 · graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.12873
The image shows a large red sofa with wooden armrests and legs, positioned in the center. Above the sofa is a decorative sketch. The color palette consists of red and brown against a beige background.
Carl Weiss, Sofa, 1935/1942, watercolor, colored pencil, gouache, pen and ink, and graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.5486

Sofa

Carl Weiss · 1935/1942 · watercolor, colored pencil, gouache, pen and ink, and graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.5486
The image shows a wooden stool with a dark purple cushioned seat. The stool is placed centrally on a plain, light-colored background.
Carl Weiss, Stool-Living Room, 1935/1942, watercolor, gouache, colored pencil, and graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.5268

Stool-Living Room

Carl Weiss · 1935/1942 · watercolor, gouache, colored pencil, and graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.5268
The image displays a wooden chair with a blue cushioned seat against a light beige background. The chair is centrally positioned in the image, angled slightly towards the viewer to reveal the backrest with intricate wooden slats.
Carl Weiss, Side Chair, 1935/1942, watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.10357

Side Chair

Carl Weiss · 1935/1942 · watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.10357
The image shows a wooden armchair with a pink upholstered backrest and seat, elegantly curved legs and arms. The chair is primarily pink and brown in color. A detailed illustration of the chair's leg design in black and white is displayed above the chair. The background is a light beige color.
Carl Weiss, Armchair, 1935/1942, watercolor, colored pencil, graphite, and pen and ink on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.4091

Armchair

Carl Weiss · 1935/1942 · watercolor, colored pencil, graphite, and pen and ink on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.4091
The image depicts a tall, ornate vessel with a round base, a narrow neck, and a domed lid, topped by two small rods connected by a chain. The vessel is drawn in various shades of gray using pencil strokes. It is centrally positioned on the paper, standing upright against a plain background.
Carl Weiss, Lamp, 1935/1942, graphite on paper, Index of American Design, 1943.8.12912

Lamp

Carl Weiss · 1935/1942 · graphite on paper ·  Accession ID  1943.8.12912