Design for a Chair

Anonymous, French, 19th century French

19th century

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Title: Design for a Chair
Artist: Anonymous, French, 19th century
Date: 19th century
Medium: Graphite, brush and brown wash, gouache
Dimensions: 7 3/8 x 6 1/4 in. (18.7 x 15.8 cm)
Classifications: Drawings, Ornament & Architecture
Credit Line: The Elisha Whittelsey Collection, The Elisha Whittelsey Fund, 1949
Object Number: 49.50.139
Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints

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