Who painted Design for a side table?

Design for a side table was painted by John Yenn in 1780.

Where can I see Design for a side table?

Design for a side table is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Design for a side table?

Design for a side table is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Design for a side table

John Yenn , 1780

Design for a side table is a drawing by the Romanticist artist John Yenn. It dates from 1780 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

The details on the top edge look like tiny scrolls or leaves, but they’re drawn lightly.

This drawing shows a simple side table with three tall, narrow drawers. The top has a flat ledge and a carved border with small shapes. The lines are clean, and the whole thing looks like a blueprint for furniture.

The artist drew this in 1780, focusing on clean lines and simple shapes. The details on the top edge look like tiny scrolls or leaves, but they’re drawn lightly.

Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more designs like this.