This is a drawing of ornamental designs intended for furniture or architectural elements. The central part of the composition features a symmetrical, elongated design with decorative elements such as drapery, a stylized plant or feather motif at the top, and a base resembling a pedestal with ornamental fluting or leaf-like structures. To the right, there are two separate sketches, one labeled "Front of Arm" and the other "Top of Arm," depicting parts of a possible furniture armrest. The "Front of Arm" sketch shows a circular floral motif, while the "Top of Arm" sketch displays a curved, leaf-like design. The drawing's precise linear style suggests an emphasis on delicate detail and structure, typical of design drafts.
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This is a drawing of ornamental designs intended for furniture or architectural elements. The central part of the composition features a symmetrical, elongated design with decorative elements such as drapery, a stylized plant or feather motif at the top, and a base resembling a pedestal with ornamental fluting or leaf-like structures. To the right, there are two separate sketches, one labeled "Front of Arm" and the other "Top of Arm," depicting parts of a possible furniture armrest. The "Front of Arm" sketch shows a circular floral motif, while the "Top of Arm" sketch displays a curved, leaf-like design. The drawing's precise linear style suggests an emphasis on delicate detail and structure, typical of design drafts.

National Gallery of Art · Index of American Design

Armchair

Nicholas Gorid

Date
c. 1936
Medium
pen and ink and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
overall: 20.4 x 26.9 cm (8 1/16 x 10 9/16 in.) Original IAD Object: 36"high, 22 1/2"wide.
Classification
Index of American Design · Drawing
Accession number
1943.8.4264
Credit line
Index of American Design
Time span
1926 to 1950
Department
CG-W

Subjects and terms

  • New York
  • American
  • mixed motif
  • Rosette
  • Sheraton
  • Urn
  • Plume
  • Swag
Inscription

lower right in black ink: N. Gorid

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