The armchair by John and Joseph W. Meeks features a high, curved back with intricate carvings. The chair has a dark brown or reddish-brown wood frame. The backrest showcases ornate carvings including a wheel-like pattern at the top and a cross-like pattern below it. There are two ornate side posts on either side of the backrest. The chair has armrests with a rounded, upholstered top. The seat is tufted and upholstered in reddish-brown leather. The chair's legs are turned and tapered with small gold caps on the feet. The background of the image is gray.
Artwork Details
- Date
- ca. 1850
- Medium
- Mahogany
- Culture
- American
- Dimensions
- 393 × 624 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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