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Armchair

Julius Dessoir

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Armchair by Julius Dessoir shows a high-backed chair with a dark brown wooden frame and green upholstery. The chair has a tall back with an ornate carved crest at the top. The crest features foliage and scrollwork. The armrests are curved and have a carved design. The seat and backrest are upholstered in green fabric with a floral pattern featuring white flowers. The chair has four legs with a slight taper and small feet. The chair is positioned at an angle. The background is a plain gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
1853
Medium:
Rosewood, chestnut (secondary wood), modern upholstery with original underupholstery
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
499 × 625 px
Museum record:
View original
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