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Footstool

Duncan Phyfe

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Round, black footstool with four legs. The legs are tapered and have a reeded design. The legs are of equal length and have a small, rounded foot. The footstool has a circular seat. The seat is upholstered in black fabric with a large, light-colored floral design in the center. The edge of the seat has a row of small, round tacks. The background is light gray. The footstool is by Duncan Phyfe.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1800
Medium
Mahogany
Culture
American
Dimensions
600 × 458 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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