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Armchair
French
late 19th century
Medium/Technique
Gilded beech, silk and wool tapestry upholstery
Dimensions
Legacy dimension: H. 41 1/2"
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Robert F. Herrick, Jr.
Accession Number41.925
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope
ClassificationsFurniture – Seating and beds
DescriptionGilded beech frame in the Louis XVI-style; rectangular back with shaped top-rail crested with bowtied crossed quivers of arrows, flanked by fluted columns, bud finials, from which curve acanthus-carved arms. Beaded, molded and acanthus-carved curved supports join seat frame with curved front rail, acanthus pendant in center. Fluted and turned legs (front ones on casters). Seat, back and arms covered in Beauvais tapestry, pale green with flower panel designs on cream ground.
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