Highboy-front and Side Views c. 1936

Fred Weiss's "Highboy-front and Side Views" (c. 1936) is a detailed technical drawing of an antique highboy, a type of tall chest of drawers. The piece features a distinctive carved rosette on the top drawer, a common decorative element found in highboys from the 18th century. The drawing shows two views, allowing the viewer to appreciate the form and craftsmanship of this classic American furniture piece. The artist, Fred Weiss, was a noted furniture historian and designer, known for his meticulous drawings and accurate reproductions of historical furniture.