Chest with Two Drawers

c. 1939

Charles Squires and Harry Eisman

Associated Names
Charles Squires

Artist, American, active c. 1935

Harry Eisman

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of a wooden cabinet with intricately carved details. The cabinet features a sturdy rectangular shape, standing on four legs, with two main sections—two doors on the upper half and two drawers below. Each door and drawer panel is adorned with geometric patterns, including diamond and rectangular shapes. The wood is finished in a natural tone, revealing the rich grain and texture, adding depth to the surfaces. Decorative knobs adorn the drawers, enhancing the classic design. The painting showcases the craftsmanship of the furniture, displaying the precision and artistry involved in its construction.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, pen and ink, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 45.5 x 35.4 cm (17 15/16 x 13 15/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 37"high; 38"wide; 20 1/4"deep

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.4582


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design. New York, 1970: 253, pl. 887.

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: CHAS. SQUIRES

Wikidata ID

Q64539579

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