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Chair

Object Name:
Chair
Object ID:
1967.519
Place of Origin:
Europe (probably)
Date:
1770-1780
Description:
Arm Chair. Chippendale or Rococo style, mahogany, with Gothic pierced back splat. Possibly of European origin. Shaped arms and arm supports, curved and set back from front. "V" carved on interior of front seat rail. Rear seat rail has had extensive repair, including veneer on back; wood has extensive worm damage. It has an upholstered slip seat of yellow silk, over former red brocade. Square front legs and rectangular stretchers.
Material:
Wood
Textile
Dimensions:
H-36.5 W-22.25 D-19.5 inches
Provenance:
Used by patrons in NHHS library after being reupholstered, then in Director's office. Removed from Director's office to collection, 02/02/1987.
Credit Line:
New Hampshire Historical Society Collection
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