Day Bed

c. 1936

B. Holst-Grubbe

Associated Names
B. Holst-Grubbe

Artist, American, born Norway, 1876 - 1941

This is a drawing of a detailed blueprint of a piece of furniture. The drawing depicts both side and end views of a structural element, likely a chair or bench, and includes detailed measurements and annotations. The piece features decorative carved elements, spindle legs, and a stretcher for additional support. The measurements are presented in a precise manner, suggesting this is a technical design meant for the construction or reproduction of the furniture. Each part of the object is labeled with dimensions, offering a comprehensive view of its proportions and structure.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29 x 22.8 cm (11 7/16 x 9 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 61" long; 21" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.7830


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Center right in graphite: STRETCHER. / SIDE and 1 / END VIEWS; lower right in graphite: #12474 / DAYBED / THE SCHENCK HOUSE / CANARSIE PARK, L.I. / BROOKLYN MUSEUM

Wikidata ID

Q64537101

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