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Side Chair

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Side Chair has a dark wood frame with a glossy finish. The chair back is composed of three horizontal elements. The top element features a carved design with a central oval motif. Two decorative horizontal elements are positioned below the top piece. The seat is upholstered in black fabric with red piping along the edges. The chair's four legs are tapered and curved. The background is light gray with a shadow cast by the chair.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1815
Medium
Mahogany, maple, tulip poplar
Culture
American
Dimensions
445 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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Palette