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Pair of side chairs

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Pair of side chairs by artist. The chair has a black frame with orange and gold floral designs. The backrest is circular with curved, wavy lines extending from the bottom, resembling a palm tree. A bow-like design is centered on the backrest. The seat is upholstered with beige fabric featuring gray stripes and a scalloped edge with decorative tacks. The chair has four tapered legs. The background is a plain gray color.

Artwork Details

Date
1795–1800
Medium
Painted maple with white pine
Culture
American
Dimensions
398 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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