Highboy

1935/1942

Frederick Jackson

Associated Names
Frederick Jackson

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a furniture design sketch. The image features a detailed line drawing of a tall cabinet or wardrobe with ornate legs and two decorative handles shown separately. The cabinet is depicted with one visible side, showing its depth and style, which includes a curved element at the legs and a column-like ornamentation at the front edge. Beside the cabinet drawing, there are two detailed illustrations of hardware: one labeled "Drop-plate" and another labeled "Handle." The drawing conveys a classical and elegant furniture style, emphasizing intricate craftsmanship and attention to detail.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 27.9 x 22.5 cm (11 x 8 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.10409


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Scale 1 1/4" = 1"; lower center in graphite: Side View; lower right in graphite: F. Jackson

Wikidata ID

Q64570720

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