Chair

1935/1942

Gerald Bernhardt

Associated Names
Gerald Bernhardt

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a detailed chair design. The image features technical illustrations of a wooden chair from different angles, focusing on its intricate turned spindles and woven seat. To the left is the front view of the chair, showcasing its high back with turned spindles and decorative elements. In the middle, there is a detailed view of a basket-weave pattern that is part of the seat design. To the right, a side profile of the chair reveals more of its structural form. The drawing includes scale measurements at the bottom right, illustrating a precision design meant for furniture making.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 22.9 x 30.7 cm (9 x 12 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.10385


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Scale: 2" = 1' H 3'7" W. (AT BACK) 14"

Wikidata ID

Q64571714

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