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Collapsible chair

16th or 17th century (textiles); early 20th century (woodwork)
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  • Title: Collapsible chair
  • Date: 16th or 17th century (textiles); early 20th century (woodwork)
  • Culture: American, United States (New York?); and Italian or Spanish
  • Medium: Walnut, red silk cut velvet with gilt-metal embroidery.
  • Dimensions: 13 1/4 x 22 1/2 in (33.8 x 57 cm); back stile, H. 81 cm, W. 38 cm
  • Classifications: Textiles-Embroidered, Woodwork-Furniture
  • Credit Line: Robert Lehman Collection, 1975
  • Object Number: 1975.1.2511
  • Curatorial Department: The Robert Lehman Collection

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