Carvings of a Sofa

c. 1937

Robert Stewart

Associated Names
Robert Stewart

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of ornate furniture designs. The image features detailed sketches of parts of a couch or chair, focusing on intricate wood carvings. The drawing displays three views: a carved wooden frame with elaborate scrollwork and floral motifs, a side view of a similarly designed armrest, and an outline sketch of a complete piece of furniture. The carvings are detailed with shaded areas for depth, emphasizing the luxurious and elegant style of the furniture design.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28 x 35.7 cm (11 x 14 1/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 3'8"high; 6'6"long; 1'11"deep. Height, seat: 1'5"

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.5529

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: R. Stewart

Wikidata ID

Q64629127

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