Title
Armchair
Object Type
Date
ca. 1740
Description
Shaped crest rail above a vasiform splat and plain stiles continuing to shaped arms ending in scrolled terminals, the compass seat on cabriole legs ending in pad feet. The rear legs chamfered and outward flaring and all joined by block and vase turned stretchers. Embroidered upholstery.
Cultural Origin
American, Boston
Medium
walnut, cotton
Extent
Overall: 45 1/2 x 25 x 19 in. (115.6 x 63.5 x 48.3 cm)
Collection
Source
Purchased at William A. Smith, Ltd., Plainfield, NH, May 28, 1971
Identifier
1999.536
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