Desk

1935/1942

Franklin C. Moyan

Associated Names
Franklin C. Moyan

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a wooden cabinet with a drop-front desk. The image features a tall, elegant piece of furniture that combines storage and workspace. The upper section consists of two large cabinet doors with intricate carved details, curved top edges, and an ornamental crest at the top. Below, the furniture includes a drop-front desk section with small compartments and drawers, allowing for organization of various items. The lower part has several larger drawers with handles, providing additional storage space. The wood is depicted with rich, deep hues, emphasizing the classic and timeless appearance of this furniture piece.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 34 x 23.2 cm (13 3/8 x 9 1/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.10413


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower center in graphite: HEIGHT 7'4" / COLONIAL SECRETARY, 1776; lower right in graphite: MOYAN

Wikidata ID

Q64570429

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