Armchair

1935/1942

Margaret Knapp

Associated Names
Margaret Knapp

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a chair design with detailed measurements. The drawing meticulously lays out the dimensions and features of a chair, including front and side views with multiple measurements given in inches. The chair features turned wooden legs with finials at the top and a woven seat which is illustrated in a separate square detail at the lower left. The dimensions are marked with clear, precise annotations alongside the diagram, providing specific measurements and angles for construction. The words "Scale 1 1/2" = 1 FT." are visible, indicating the scale used in the drawing. Additionally, there are some handwritten notes and numerical annotations throughout, likely reference notes for construction.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and ink and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28.2 x 22.5 cm (11 1/8 x 8 7/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 43 1/2"high, 20"wide, 14 1/2"deep

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.4109


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

(scale indications)

Wikidata ID

Q64594981

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