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Side Chair

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Side Chair by artist: Black chair with curved legs ending in a claw and ball foot. The legs are connected to the frame with scroll-shaped carvings. The seat is upholstered in green fabric with a leaf pattern and trimmed with tacks. The chair back is curved on top with a carved design in the center, featuring interlocking curved shapes. The background is purple.

Artwork details

Date:
1770–90
Medium:
Mahogany, red oak, sweet gum
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
407 × 625 px
Museum record:
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