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Armchair

Samuel McIntire

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark brown wooden chair with armrests. Backrest has three vertical arches at the top; vertical slats between arches are carved with floral patterns. Armrests are curved and attached to round, tapered legs. Seat is upholstered in black fabric with brass stud trim along edges. Four tapered legs, slightly thicker near the seat. Armchair by Samuel McIntire.

Artwork Details

Date
1801
Medium
Mahogany, birch, white pine
Culture
American
Dimensions
600 × 600 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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