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Sewing and Work Table, 1935/1942. Creator: Unknown
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Sewing and Work Table, 1935/1942. Creator: Unknown
Sewing and Work Table, 1935/1942
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Measurement Measurements Pen And Ink And Graphite On Paper Scale Scale Drawing Sewing Table Work Table
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This evocative pen and ink and graphite on paper drawing depicts a Sewing and Work Table from the American 1930s or 1940s. The table, with its intricately detailed design, is a testament to the craftsmanship and attention to detail that characterized the decorative arts of the period. Measuring approximately 11 x 14 inches (28 x 35.6 cm) in scale, the drawing provides a glimpse into the domestic life of the time. The table, with its worn, wooden surface and well-used sewing machine, exudes a sense of history and the passage of time. The presence of a ruler and various tools on the table suggests that it was not only a place for sewing but also a workspace for other tasks. The table's simple yet elegant design, with its curved legs and ornate details, reflects the aesthetic sensibilities of the era. The Sewing and Work Table is an important artifact of American cultural heritage, representing the values of hard work, resourcefulness, and creativity that were central to the American experience during the 1930s and 1940s. This period, marked by the Great Depression and World War II, saw a renewed appreciation for the value of domestic life and the importance of making do with what one had. This drawing, created by an unknown artist, is an invaluable addition to any collection of American art or decorative arts. It provides a window into the past, allowing us to imagine the lives of those who used this table and the stories that unfolded around it. The Sewing and Work Table drawing is currently housed in the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., as part of the Index of American Design, a comprehensive collection of American decorative arts and folk art from the colonial period to the 1940s.
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