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Ladder Back Rocking Chair

J. Howard Iams

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a large wooden rocking chair with a high backrest made of horizontal slats and an intricately woven seat. The chair is displayed against a plain beige background, highlighting the warm wood tones and detailed craftsmanship. The rocking chair has long, slightly curved runners at the base, a characteristic feature of traditional rocking chairs.

Artwork Details

Date
1936
Medium
watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on pap erboard
Dimensions
3327 × 4221 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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