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Armchair

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black wooden chair with a tall back featuring a curved top rail and scroll-like volutes at each end; vertical spindles; a flat curved seat; turned legs; turned stretchers; and a single arm on the right side. The seat has a curved front edge. The chair's legs are tapered and have a slight curve. The stretchers connect the front and back legs. The background is plain white. The image is in black and white. Armchair by unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:
1750–1800
Medium:
Pine, ash, maple
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
422 × 624 px
Museum record:
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