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Side Chair

Joseph Meeks & Sons

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The side chair has a tall back. The wooden frame of the chair is dark colored. The chair back is shield-shaped. The back and seat are upholstered in light-colored fabric with a paisley pattern. The wooden frame features intricate carvings, including curving lines and floral motifs. The chair has curved arms. The chair has four legs with small casters. The carvings on the chair frame include a bow and grapes motifs at the top.

Artwork details

Date:
1859
Medium:
Rosewood
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
486 × 624 px
Museum record:
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