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Side chair

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black chair with high back and ornate carvings on frame, backrest and legs. Backrest has a rectangular shape with rounded top. Chair has four legs, two in front and two in back. Legs are connected by stretchers. Seat is upholstered with white fabric with a pattern. Backrest features woven fabric in a grid pattern. Carvings on frame include floral motifs and scrollwork. Title: Side chair. Artist not specified.

Artwork details

Date:
1690–1710
Medium:
Beech
Culture:
British
Dimensions:
332 × 623 px
Museum record:
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