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Side chair

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Side chair by artist. Dark wood chair with high back and curved sides. Back features a carved central vertical element with decorative top, flanked by two curved sides. Four legs have a curved design, with front legs featuring a scroll-like carving. The seat is upholstered in yellow fabric with a subtle pattern. A stretcher bar connects the legs underneath the seat.

Artwork Details

Date
1735–60
Medium
Walnut, walnut veneer, maple, white pine; upholstery (modern)
Culture
American
Dimensions
500 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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