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1 from set of 6 Side Chairs

1 from set of 6 Side Chairs
Object name 
1 from set of 6 Side Chairs
Date 
1815-1820
Medium 
Mahogany, oak, textile
Dimensions 
Overall: 33 1/2 x 18 1/2 x 19 1/2 in. ( 85.1 x 47 x 49.5 cm )
Description 
Mahogany Federal klismos style side chair; scroll back with slightly contoured crotch-figured crest rail; cornucopia and pineapple carved horizontal splat pierced with irregular circle at center; trapezoidal slip seat with blue textile upholstery; molded saber front legs and swept back rear legs.
Credit Line 
Bequest of John B. Morris, Jr.
Object Number 
1957.205f
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.