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Side Chair

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Side Chair by artist has a gray wooden frame. The chair has a tall back with a wavy top and a central oval hole. Below the hole, the back features a symmetrical lattice design that tapers down to the seat. The chair has curved sides on the back that connect to the seat. The seat is cushioned and upholstered with a patterned fabric featuring a darker design on a lighter background. The chair stands on four legs, which are curved and taper down to a point, with the front legs shaped like a foot with toes. The back two legs are straight but curve outward slightly. The background is a plain light grey color.

Artwork Details

Date
1760–90
Medium
Mahogany, maple, white pine
Culture
American
Dimensions
482 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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