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High Chest of Drawers, c. 1936. Creator: Carl Weiss
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High Chest of Drawers, c. 1936. Creator: Carl Weiss
High Chest of Drawers, c. 1936
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Carl Weiss Carved Wood Chest Of Drawers Colored Pencil And Graphite On Paper Hand Carved Handicraft Handicrafts High Highboy Period Furniture Tallboy Weiss Carl Wood Carving Woodcarving
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This stunning High Chest of Drawers, created by American artist Carl Weiss in the 1930s, is a beautiful example of the decorative arts of the 20th century. The piece, now housed in the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C., showcases Weiss' exceptional wood carving skills, with intricate rose and leaf designs adorning the front of the chest. The piece is a testament to the artistic and craftsmanship traditions of the time, reflecting the elegance and refinement of the 1930s and 1940s in America. The High Chest of Drawers, also known as a tallboy or highboy, is made of richly colored and finely grained wood, with the natural brown tones contrasting beautifully with the pink hues of the roses and leaves. The piece measures an impressive height, making it a prominent and stately addition to any room. Carl Weiss' work is an important part of the Index of American Design, a comprehensive documentation of American decorative arts from the Colonial period to the 1940s. This High Chest of Drawers is a prime example of the period furniture that can be found in galleries and museums across the United States and the USA. The piece is not only a functional item but also a work of art, with the intricate carving and attention to detail evident in the colored pencil and graphite on paper drawing that accompanies it. The High Chest of Drawers by Carl Weiss is a treasure of American heritage art, a testament to the country's rich artistic history, and a reminder of the beauty and craftsmanship that can be found in the decorative arts of the 1930s and 1940s.
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