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Gorham Manufacturing Company
Description
Maker
Gorham Manufacturing Company (American, 1831-present)
Title
Design for a Harp Finial
Year
Materials/Techniques
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Techniques
Materials
graphite, tracing paper, ink Dimensions
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33 x 27.6 cm (13 x 10 7/8 inches)
Signature / Inscription / Marks
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In ink below drawing, "DETAILS OF CONSTRUCTION OF TWO HARPS IN SILVER GOLD PLATED TO BE / PLACED ON LOVE CUP HANDLES FOR DONAVAN & SEAMANS CO LOS ANGELES CAL / GORHAM CO . 8.31.21" In pencil in lower right corner, "BD" and "8-31-21". On drawing are various dimensions and manufacturing specifications, including "PIERCED", "ENGRAVED", and "LETTERS ENAMELLED GREEN BOTH SIDES" etc. Initials on harp "SBG / OF / CS"
Credit / Object Number
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Credit
Gift of Lenox, Incorporated
Object Number
2005.118.45.1672 Type
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