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Hitchcock Chair, 1935/1942. Creator: Parker Cushman
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Hitchcock Chair, 1935/1942. Creator: Parker Cushman
Hitchcock Chair, 1935/1942
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Carved Wood Hand Carved Handicraft Handicrafts Hitchcock Hitchcock Chair Rush Bottom Upholstered Upholstery Wood Carving Woodcarving Wooden Furniture Woven Seat Functional Item
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This stunning photograph showcases the exquisite Hitchcock Chair, designed by American artist Parker Cushman in the 1930s and refined in the 1940s. A masterpiece of American decorative arts, the Hitchcock Chair is a testament to Cushman's exceptional skill in wood carving and design. The chair's distinctive features include a hand-carved brown wooden frame, intricately decorated with geometric patterns and organic forms. The seat is woven with rush bottom, adding to its rustic charm. The backrest and arms are upholstered in a rich, textured fabric, contrasting beautifully with the raw wood. The Hitchcock Chair was originally created as a functional piece of furniture, but its artistic merit soon became apparent. It was later acquired by the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C. as part of the Index of American Design, a comprehensive collection of American decorative arts from the Colonial period to the 1940s. Cushman's design was influenced by the Arts and Crafts movement, which emphasized the importance of functional objects that were also works of art. The chair's timeless appeal lies in its harmonious blend of form and function, making it a beloved piece of American heritage. This photograph captures the essence of the Hitchcock Chair, with its warm, inviting color palette and intricate details. The watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite rendering on paperboard brings out the chair's textures and patterns, allowing us to appreciate its beauty in intricate detail.
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