Side chair

American

ca. 1845

Not on view

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Title: Side chair
Date: ca. 1845
Geography: Made in New York, New York, United States
Culture: American
Medium: Walnut with upholstered seats
Dimensions: H. 33 1/2 in. (85.1 cm)
Credit Line: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Stuart P. Feld, 2013
Object Number: 2013.960.1.1
Curatorial Department: The American Wing

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