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Side chair

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The chair "Side chair" by the artist has a tall, curved back with a flat top. Two vertical curved lines extend from the top to the seat. There are three cut-out shapes: one at the top and two below it. The seat is square and upholstered with a fabric featuring an intricate floral pattern. The chair's frame is dark; the four legs are curved and end in a decorative foot; the two front legs feature ornate carvings. The background is white.

Artwork details

Date:
1760–90
Medium:
Mahogany, white cedar, tulip poplar
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
507 × 625 px
Museum record:
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