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Slipper Chair

John Henry Belter

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark brown wooden chair with high back and curved legs, featuring intricate carvings of flowers and vines; blue upholstered seat with gold trim; gold feet; backrest design resembling lace; floral carvings on top, sides, and front; slightly curved armrests.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1855
Medium:
Rosewood, ash (secondary wood), modern upholstery
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
500 × 625 px
Museum record:
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