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Side Chair

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Side Chair by an unknown artist shows a black and white photograph of a chair with a wooden frame. The chair has a curved back with a decorative top and middle section. The seat is upholstered with a light-colored fabric featuring a floral pattern. The chair has four curved legs and appears to be made of wood. The chair is positioned at an angle, with the back facing slightly to the left. The background is a plain white wall.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1815
Medium
Mahogany, maple, tulip poplar
Culture
American
Dimensions
483 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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