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Chair

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black chair with a cushioned seat and backrest. The chair has a tall, curved back with a carved design at the top, featuring a central floral motif flanked by curved lines. The seat is square and covered in a patterned fabric. The chair's legs are curved and taper to a point at the bottom, resembling animal paws. The legs are connected to the seat by curved supports. The background of the image is light gray.

Artwork details

Date:
1760–80
Medium:
Mahogany, maple
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
472 × 624 px
Museum record:
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