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Side Chair

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Side Chair by Artist. Dark brown wooden chair with curved back and legs. The backrest features a lyre-shaped design with four vertical strings in the center. The seat is upholstered with green fabric featuring a small, repeating pattern. The chair's legs are tapered and end in carved animal feet. The front legs are adorned with decorative metal bands. The chair is positioned at an angle, with the front facing slightly to the left. The background is a plain light gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
1810–20
Medium:
Mahogany with ash, yellow poplar
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
492 × 624 px
Museum record:
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