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Sofa

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Yellow sofa with wooden frame and ornate metal legs. The sofa has a curved back and arms. The arms are upholstered with yellow fabric and feature a starburst design. The seat and back are also upholstered in yellow fabric. A Greek key pattern in gold is on the front edge of the sofa. The frame is made of dark wood with a glossy finish. The legs are made of metal, shaped like animal claws, and have a bronze color. The background is a gradient from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom. The sofa is titled "Sofa" and is by an unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1820
Medium:
Mahogany, ash, maple, pine
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
599 × 267 px
Museum record:
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