Shaker Secretary c. 1936

Howard Weld's "Shaker Secretary" is a watercolor drawing from c. 1936 depicting a design for a Shaker-style secretary desk. The desk has a drop-down writing surface, two cabinets, and multiple drawers. The detail of the drawing captures the craftsmanship and simplicity characteristic of Shaker furniture, which is known for its functionality and lack of ornamentation. The artwork is a valuable documentation of Shaker design principles and their influence on Weld's own work as an artist and furniture maker.