Collection Highlights
Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826)
1805
1867.306
Oil on linen
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Armchair
Object name
Armchair
Date
1856-1864
Medium
Oak
Dimensions
Overall: 46 x 26 x 22 in. ( 116.8 x 66 x 55.9 cm )
Description
Pair of oak Renaissance Revival armchairs made of relic wood from Washington's New York City residence; open back with arched crest rail with molded cornice surmounted with carved cartouche with "1 VP" and "2 VP" in gothic script, pierced splat with central circular panel, and a tri-lobed lower back rail; open arms with upholstered arms with curved supports; upholstered spring seat with serpentine front rail; turned front legs raked rear legs.
Credit Line
Gift of Benjamin Robert Winthrop
Object Number
1864.6ab
Gallery Label
This pair of chairs was made of relic wood from Washington's New York City residence and were presented to the N-YHS in 1864 for the use of the Vice-Presidents of the Society.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
