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Side Chair

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Side Chair has a backrest with an oval shape. The backrest has a design resembling a fleur-de-lis or a plant with curved lines. There is a bow-like design in the center of the backrest. The chair has a striped seat with tacks along the edges. The chair's legs are tapered and have a square block at the bottom. The chair's frame appears to be painted white and has some chipped areas. The background of the image is plain and light-colored. The Side Chair is by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
1795–1800
Medium
Maple, ash
Culture
American
Dimensions
447 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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