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Side Chair

John Henry Belter

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gray chair with ornate carvings on the back, arms, and legs. The chair has a high back with a rounded top. The back and seat are upholstered in gray fabric with a white lattice pattern. The chair has four legs with small metal casters on the ends. The frame is carved with floral and foliage designs. The chair is titled "Side Chair" by artist John Henry Belter.

Artwork Details

Date
1850–60
Medium
Rosewood
Culture
American
Dimensions
497 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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