Shaker Chest of Drawers

c. 1938

John W. Kelleher

Associated Names
John W. Kelleher

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of a wooden chest of drawers. It depicts a medium-sized, rectangular wooden chest with a natural wood finish, two pull-out drawers with circular knob handles, a simple structure, a flat top surface, slightly tapered legs, and visible wood grain. There are no elaborate decorations, and the background is plain and neutral, emphasizing the wooden chest. The style is reminiscent of John Singleton Copley with attention to detail and realistic depiction.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 30.6 x 24.6 cm (12 1/16 x 9 11/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 36 1/2" high; 30 1/4" wide; 17 1/2" deep

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.13580

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64584440

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