Roundabout Armchair

American

1740–90

Not on view

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Title: Roundabout Armchair
Date: 1740–90
Geography: Probably made in Newport, Rhode Island, United States
Culture: American
Medium: Ash, whitewood
Dimensions: 26 7/8 x 25 1/2 x 18 5/8 in. (68.3 x 64.8 x 47.3 cm)
Credit Line: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Sherman, 1967
Object Number: 67.260.3
Curatorial Department: The American Wing

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