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Child's High Chair

Frederick Jackson

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a wooden armchair with a high backrest featuring horizontal rails, including two ornately turned spindles. The palette consists mostly of warm browns, highlighting the wood's natural grain, with a subtle gray seat cushion. Positioned centrally on the page, the chair's front legs and armrests suggest a straightforward, elevated perspective.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor, colored pencil, pen and ink, and graphite on paperboard.
Dimensions
3394 × 4179 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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