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Armchair

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The armchair has a high back with a shell design at the top. The chair's back features curved sides with scrollwork that forms a lattice design in the center. The armrests are curved and have a scroll-like design at the ends. The seat is upholstered in red fabric with a floral pattern. The chair's legs are curved and have a carved design on them, with the front legs resembling animal paws. The frame of the chair is made of dark wood. The chair is titled "Armchair" by an unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1755
Medium:
Mahogany
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
494 × 625 px
Museum record:
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