Side Chair
Along with its companion pieces, this chair forms a set (1971.180.18–.27) with two serpentine front side chairs (1971.180.16--.17). This chair is from a set originally owned by Captain John Singleton of Sumter County, South Carolina.
Artwork Details
- Title: Side Chair
- Maker: Possibly by Henry Ingle (American, 1763–1822)
- Date: 1795–1810
- Geography: Made in Washington DC, United States
- Culture: American
- Medium: Mahogany
- Dimensions: 36 3/4 x 20 x 20 in. (93.3 x 50.8 x 50.8 cm)
- Credit Line: Bequest of Flora E. Whiting, 1971
- Object Number: 1971.180.21
- Curatorial Department: The American Wing
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