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Attributed to the Workshop of Duncan Phyfe American, born Scotland
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This chair has been attributed to Duncan Phyfe on the basis of its workmanship and fine materials. The inverted lotus splat and stay rail are similar to, if more elaborate than, those on chairs Phyfe made in 1825 for his daughter Eliza on the occasion of her marriage.
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Title: Armchair
Maker:
Attributed to the Workshop of Duncan Phyfe (American (born Scotland), near Lock Fannich, Ross-Shire, Scotland 1768/1770–1854 New York)
Date: ca. 1835
Geography: Made in New York, New York, United States
Culture: American
Medium: Rosewood
Dimensions: 33 1/4 x 24 x 20 in. (84.5 x 61 x 50.8 cm)
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1969
Accession Number: 69.175
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