Chair
- Object Name:
- Chair
- Object ID:
- 1967.506
- Place of Origin:
- New England
- Date:
- 1750-1850
- Description:
- Side Chair. "Slat-back" type, with three horizontal splats framed between turned, cylindrical stiles with ovoid finials having pointed end at top. Slats have straight lower edges and upper edges which are flat at center and curve down at sides. Slats are graduated and bow back slightly. Rush seat. All four legs are cylindrical, front ones extending above height of seat rails. All vertical members are encircled at intervals with scribed lines indicating intersection with other chair components. Six turned stretchers, all plain and cylindrical--two at front, one at back, two on right side, and one on left side, lower one being missing on that side. Pine slats. Red paint, much worn. Large indentation on right finial.
- Material:
- Wood
Grass - Dimensions:
- H-38.875 W-19.75 D-14.75 inches
- Provenance:
- Exhibited in kitchen at North Main Street "Museum Building" on its opening in 1924, together with 1967.528.03.
- Credit Line:
- New Hampshire Historical Society Collection
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