Armchair 1935 - 1942

Edward A. Darby’s “Armchair” is a watercolor design for a chair, completed between 1935 and 1942. Darby, an artist born in 1855 and who lived until 1995, captured the elegant form of this Rococo style armchair. The chair, with its curved, ornate design, features a dark blue upholstered seat and back and rich, dark red wood. Darby’s meticulous detail, evident in the intricately carved wood elements, showcases his skill as a draftsman and designer. This drawing likely served as a blueprint for furniture makers, showcasing his mastery of design.