The chair has a wooden frame with a dark brown color. The backrest is shield-shaped and features curved sides. A central ornament resembling an urn or vase is positioned between the curved sides. The curved sides of the backrest each have three vertical carved elements. The seat is rectangular and upholstered in blue fabric. The fabric has a subtle plaid or striped pattern. A decorative gold trim adorns the edge of the seat. The trim is scalloped. The four legs are tapered and have black caps on the ends. The legs feature intricate carvings on the front and sides. The background is a plain gray color.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1794–99
- Medium
- Mahogany, ebony, ash, birch, white pine
- Culture
- American
- Dimensions
- 494 × 624 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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