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Side chair

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Side chair by Artist. Dark brown wooden chair with a curved backrest featuring an ornate design. The backrest has a rounded top and two vertical sides that curve outward. Ornate carvings are at the top and middle of the backrest. The seat is square and upholstered in a red fabric with a floral pattern. A decorative gold trim runs along the seat's edge. The chair has four legs with a curved design, resembling animal paws at the bottom. The chair is angled slightly to the right.

Artwork Details

Date
1765–90
Medium
Mahogany, maple, white pine; upholstery (modern)
Culture
American
Dimensions
600 × 599 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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