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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
Public Domain
Yes
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