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Side chair

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black side chair with white upholstery. The chair has a curved back with a rounded top. The back features ornate carvings resembling flowers and leaves. The seat is square and tufted, with a white fabric featuring a black design. The chair's frame is adorned with intricate carvings on the edges of the seat and legs. The four legs are curved and tapered, with ornate carvings at the top. The background is white.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1850–55
Medium
Rosewood
Culture
American
Dimensions
442 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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