Design for Four Seventeenth Century Style Chairs 1800 - 1850

This anonymous drawing from the early 19th century is a design for four chairs in the style of the 17th century. The chairs are drawn in pencil and show intricate details such as carved backs and legs. The artist may have been a furniture maker or designer, creating this drawing as a guide for construction. The design reflects the popularity of historical styles in the early 19th century, as furniture makers sought to emulate the elegance and craftsmanship of earlier periods. The drawing's simple lines and precise details make it a valuable document for understanding 19th-century furniture design and the revival of historical styles.