Side Chair

1936

Harry Eisman

Associated Names
Harry Eisman

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a chair design. The drawing showcases the front view and side profile of a wooden chair. The front view displays a tall backrest with a woven pattern, supported by turned stiles and a curved top rail. The seat rests on turned and carved legs connected by a stretcher. Measurements are provided on the drawing. The side profile shows the chair's graceful form, including the backrest angle for comfort, turned back legs, and curved seat rails. The drawing is technical and detailed for crafting or understanding the furniture piece.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 21.2 x 26.2 cm (8 3/8 x 10 5/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 49 3/4"high; seat 17 1/2"high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.4550


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: HARRY EISMAN

Wikidata ID

Q64573140

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