Hoopskirt chair

1936

Kurt Melzer

Associated Names
Kurt Melzer

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of an ornate chair design. The drawing presents a chair with both front and side views, showcasing its elaborate carving and plush upholstery. The chair features a high, rounded back adorned with floral and leaf motifs, and the front of the seat is similarly embellished with ornate carvings. The legs of the chair are delicately curved. There is also a smaller sketch depicting the top view of the back or a cushion, and another diagram showing scale and materials to be used, including sections detailing construction elements like springs and fabric. The document appears to be a design or blueprint for a luxurious furniture piece.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 27.4 x 21.5 cm (10 13/16 x 8 7/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 40 1/4"overall height, 24 7/8"wide, 30 3/4"deep

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.4317


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64592587

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