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Desk

1935/1942

Frank Wenger

Associated Names

Frank Wenger

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of an elegant writing desk. It features intricate design elements and craftsmanship details typical of refined furniture. The desk is constructed from wood and has a rectangular top section with a slanted writing surface covered in a green leather-like inset. Below the writing surface are drawers with metal handles for storage. The desk is supported by tapered legs with decorative carvings and has cabinet doors on the upper part.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, colored pencil, gouache, and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 22.9 x 28.9 cm (9 x 11 3/8 in.)
Original IAD Object: none given
Accession Number

1943.8.4987

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower center in watercolor: Frank Wenger

Wikidata ID

Q64570389

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