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Armchair

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black wooden armchair by artist Duncan Phyfe titled "Armchair". The chair has high curved sides to the back and arms that end in scrolls; the back is open with curved ornamental carvings; the carvings continue down the legs; the front legs are shaped like a lion's paw; the seat is gray upholstered; and the chair sits on a white background.

Artwork Details

Date
1750–65
Medium
Walnut, yellow pine
Culture
American
Dimensions
473 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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