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Armchair

John Jelliff

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black armchair with tufted leather upholstery. The chair has a high back with carved wooden frame and ornate details at the top. The frame is made of dark wood with a glossy finish. The legs are turned and tapered with a small castor wheel at the bottom of each. The armrests are low and curved with carved wooden decoration. The seat and backrest are upholstered in black leather with a diamond-tufted pattern. The chair is set against a plain white background. The chair is by John Jelliff.

Artwork Details

Date
1868–70
Medium
Rosewood, ash, mother-of-pearl
Culture
American
Dimensions
461 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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