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Shaker Chair

Emil Hagen

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a wooden rocking chair with a woven seat. The chair is shown at a slight angle, with its left leg closer to the viewer. The chair has a ladder-back design with three horizontal slats on the backrest. The wood is a rich brown color, and the seat is woven with a pattern of red and black. The rocking rails are visible beneath the chair. The background is plain and light-colored, emphasizing the chair's colors and details.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1938
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard
Dimensions
3417 × 4135 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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