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Three-legged Armchair

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The wooden armchair has a three-legged base. The seat and backrest are flat and horizontal. The backrest features a scalloped top and sides with a decorative design on its back. The chair's frame is made of thick wooden posts. The armrests are straight and extend from the sides of the backrest. Three legs protrude from the base. The chair appears to be old and worn. The background is a plain wall. The image is in black and white. The title of the image is "Three-legged Armchair".

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1650
Medium:
Oak
Culture:
British
Dimensions:
444 × 625 px
Museum record:
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