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Hip-joint armchair (Dantesca type, associated with 1975.1.1971 a,b)

15th or 16th century (textiles); 16th century (chair)
Not on view

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Object Information
  • Title: Hip-joint armchair (Dantesca type, associated with 1975.1.1971 a,b)
  • Date: 15th or 16th century (textiles); 16th century (chair)
  • Culture: Italian
  • Medium: Walnut, carved; embroidery, silk velvet, metal.
  • Dimensions: H. 91.3 cm, W. 68 cm, D. 53 cm.
    Back 35 x 84.5 cm.; Seat: 41 x 52 cm.
  • Classifications: Woodwork-Furniture, Textiles-Velvets
  • Credit Line: Robert Lehman Collection, 1975
  • Object Number: 1975.1.1970 ab
  • Curatorial Department: The Robert Lehman Collection

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