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Side Chair

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Side Chair by artist is a black and white photograph of a chair. The chair has a high back with curved sides that flare out at the top. The backrest features an ornate design with curved lines and scrollwork in the center. The seat is square and upholstered in a dark-colored fabric, possibly leather, with a row of small metal studs around the edges. The chair has four straight legs, with two horizontal supports between the legs under the seat. The background of the image is plain and light-colored.

Artwork Details

Date
1760–90
Medium
Mahogany, maple
Culture
American
Dimensions
473 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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