Dark-stained wooden side chair with high back. Back features intricate carvings at top with a cluster of fruit and a bow; curved sides of back. Backrest is upholstered with light-colored fabric featuring a paisley design. Chair's seat is also upholstered in same fabric. Armrests are curved and padded; attached to curved supports. Four tapered legs; each leg has a small caster at the bottom. Top of back is pointed; back of chair widens then tapers towards seat. Carved acanthus leaves adorn front of seat frame.
Artwork details
- Date:
- 1859
- Medium:
- Rosewood
- Culture:
- American
- Dimensions:
- 486 × 624 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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