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Daybed

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white photo of a Daybed by John Henry Belter. The daybed has a high back with a curved top. The backrest features a carved design with a series of curved vertical lines. The seat is cushioned and upholstered in a patterned fabric. The frame appears to be made of wood and has a dark finish. The legs are straight and tapered, with two crossed supports underneath the seat. The floor is light-colored and the background is a plain wall.

Artwork details

Date:
1760–90
Medium:
Cherry
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
600 × 410 px
Museum record:
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