Highboy c. 1938

Ferdinand Cartier's "Highboy" (c. 1938) is a detailed drawing of a classic colonial chest of drawers. The piece is a classic example of American highboy design, featuring a tall, narrow form, eight drawers with brass pulls, and cabriole legs. The intricate details of the piece, like the wood grain and the subtle shaping of the drawers, are captured with impressive precision in Cartier's drawing. The overall composition and visual detail make the drawing a beautiful and educational example of American furniture design.