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Side Chair

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black chair with curved back. Back features shield-like shape with curved top and straight sides. Central design resembles a vase with curved lines extending from top and bottom. Seat is covered in white and gray striped fabric. Four tapered legs connected by stretchers. By Side Chair.

Artwork details

Date:
1785–95
Medium:
Mahogany
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
420 × 624 px
Museum record:
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