Design for a Small Stepstool with Front Casters (verso: sketch demonstrating folding mechanism) 1800 - 1850

This anonymous 19th century design drawing depicts a small stepstool with front casters. The drawing provides a detailed plan for the construction of the stool, including the dimensions and design of the legs, seat, and back. The verso of the sheet includes a sketch demonstrating the folding mechanism of the stool, a detail that suggests a thoughtful design for a functional and compact piece of furniture. The drawing, a fine example of 19th century design, can be viewed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.