Side Chair

Possibly by Henry Ingle American
1795–1810
On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 724
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

Object Information
  • 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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