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Armchair

Duncan Phyfe

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black armchair with curved back, arms, and legs. Back has decorative carvings resembling a vase or urn at the top center. Seat is cushioned and covered in black leather or fabric. Four tapered legs. Back and arms are made of wood. Curved back support has a flat top.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1835
Medium:
Rosewood
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
480 × 624 px
Museum record:
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