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Armchair

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black and white photograph of an armchair. The chair has a back with three horizontal slats, the top and bottom ones shaped like clouds. The chair has a curved armrest on the right side. The seat appears to be upholstered in a fabric with a patterned design. The chair's frame is made of dark wood and features ornate carvings and turned legs. The chair has a high back and appears to have a sturdy base with multiple horizontal supports. The armchair by artist is set against a plain white background. The floor appears to be a light-colored surface.

Artwork Details

Date
1800–1830
Medium
Birch
Culture
Canadian
Dimensions
508 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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