Side Chair

1800–1830

Not on view

The legs, back, stretchers, and rails were turned to simulate bamboo, an indication of the American and English fascination with the exotic Orient.

Artwork Details

Object Information

Overview

Provenance

Title: Side Chair
Date: 1800–1830
Geography: Made in New England, United States
Culture: American
Medium: Maple, ash
Dimensions: 35 x 18 1/2 x 15 1/2 in. (88.9 x 47 x 39.4 cm)
Credit Line: Bequest of Maria P. James, 1910
Object Number: 11.60.159
Curatorial Department: The American Wing

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