Name/Title
Powers, Higley & Co Chautauqua Drawing and writing board, c. 1904Entry/Object ID
1986.67.8Description
Acc. No. 86.67.8
Subject Category: Household
Date or Period: C. 1904
Object: Drawing & writing board
Description:
A wooden frame (oak) encases a revolving paper panel (propelled by 4 wooden knobs) containing examples of cursive & manuscript writing, drawing (perspective), etc.
Size: L-19 x W-22 inches.
History of Object:
The Chautauqua combination drawing board & writing desk, manufactured by Powers, Higley & Co., Chicago, & copyright 1898. It was found at 3015 San Jose Avenue, Alameda.
Acquired from:
Date: 10-15-86
