Side Board (Hepplewhite) 1935 - 1942

Nicholas Gorid made this drawing of a Side Board, also known as a Hepplewhite, with pencil and watercolor. I can just imagine Gorid sitting in his studio, meticulously rendering each detail of this elegant piece of furniture. The way he's captured the light dancing across the wood grain—it's like he's not just drawing an object, but also its soul. And those delicate lines—the gentle curve of the sideboard, the subtle shadows—there’s such care and precision, but also something deeply human. It reminds me of those old master drawings, where every line feels like a breath. This isn't just a functional object, it's a testament to human artistry, a conversation across time. I wonder if it's still standing somewhere, a little worn maybe, but still carrying those stories within its wood.