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Slipper chair

Possibly George A. Schastey & Co. American
George A. Schastey American, born Germany
1881–82
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Slipper chair
  • Maker: Possibly George A. Schastey & Co. (American, New York, 1873–1897)
  • Maker: George A. Schastey (American (born Germany), Merseburg 1839–1894 at sea)
  • Date: 1881–82
  • Geography: Made in New York, New York, United States
  • Culture: American
  • Medium: Possibly beech, brass castors, and reproduction upholstery
  • Dimensions: Seat height: 14 1/2 (36.8 cm)
    Front-to-back: 25 1/2 in. (64.8 cm)
    Crest rail to floor: 25 in. (63.5 cm)
    Seat front s/s: 25 in. (63.5 cm)
    Inside stiles: 14 in. (35.6 cm)
    Outside stiles: 20 in. (50.8 cm)
  • Credit Line: Gift of The Museum of the City of New York, 2008
  • Object Number: 2009.226.5
  • Curatorial Department: The American Wing

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