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Side chair

Herter Brothers

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gold chair with a blue seat and backrest. The backrest frame has an oval shape in the center with a gold border. The frame is decorated with gold carvings resembling leaves and flowers. The chair's legs are also gold and have a decorative shape. The seat is upholstered in blue fabric with small gold dots. The chair appears to be made of wood and has a gilded finish. Side chair by Herter Brothers.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1870
Medium:
Gilded wood and reproduction upholstery
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
468 × 624 px
Museum record:
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