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Armchair

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black wooden armchair with a high back featuring curved, oval-shaped slats. The chair has armrests that are curved and taper down to the seat. The legs are tapered and have small, square feet. The seat is upholstered in white fabric with a gray pattern. The chair is titled "Armchair" and attributed to an unspecified artist. The background of the image is a plain gray color.

Artwork Details

Date
1795–1800
Medium
Mahogany, ash, tulip poplar, maple
Culture
American
Dimensions
479 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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