Design for desk and/or portfolio cabinet 1825 - 1900

This watercolor drawing by John Gregory Crace, a renowned English designer and decorator, is a detailed design for a desk and/or portfolio cabinet. The artwork, dated between 1825 and 1900, showcases Crace's meticulous attention to detail. The drawing features a perspective view of the cabinet, along with multiple plans for its construction. This design, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, highlights the craftsmanship and architectural ingenuity of the period, offering a glimpse into the world of 19th-century furniture design.