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Pier Table

1935/1942

John Dieterich

Associated Names

John Dieterich

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a technical illustration of a decorative piece from a pier table. The design consists of symmetrical floral carvings and geometric shapes, possibly indicative of colonial or traditional American styles from Philadelphia. The drawing includes annotations like "Plate #2" and "Actual Size: Carving Stands Out 1/8", providing details on the design and its application in furniture making.

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Artwork overview

Medium

pen and ink on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 20.1 x 26.8 cm (7 15/16 x 10 9/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.10735

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

upper center in black ink: PLATE # 2 / PIER TABLE. MAH. (MARBLE TOP) / PHILA., 1760-1775 / #18.110.12 (RM M 30) METRO MUS. / John Dietrich

Wikidata ID

Q64582403

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