Armchair

c. 1938

Harold Smith

Associated Names
Harold Smith

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of an armchair design. The image shows a detailed scale drawing labeled as "Alexander Hamilton Arm Chair," featuring views from the top, front, and side. The drawing includes measurements such as height and width, along with other dimensions like seat depth. The design style is classical, with intricate detailing on the backrest and armrests. The overall form is elegant, reflecting careful craftsmanship with elements like scrolling arms and tapered legs. The top view illustrates the chair's curvature and construction details. The text and measurements indicate the drawing's purpose as a design blueprint.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and ink, graphite and some heightening on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 26 x 20.1 cm (10 1/4 x 7 15/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 35"high, 23,19 1/2" deep

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.4277


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

upper right in black ink: SCALE DRAWING / of / ALEXANDER HAMILTON / Arm Chair

Wikidata ID

Q64573104

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