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Armchair

1770–90
On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 751
Like much New York furniture, this armchair follows English precedents in having a low back and tapering rear legs that end in oval spade feet. It descended in the family of Samuel and Judith Verplanck, whose complete parlor furnishings are displayed in the Verplanck Room (gallery 718).

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Armchair
  • Date: 1770–90
  • Geography: Made in New York, United States
  • Culture: American
  • Medium: Mahogany, red oak, sweet gum, ash; upholstery (modern)
  • Dimensions: 39 1/2 x 30 x 23 1/2 in. (100.3 x 76.2 x 59.7 cm)
  • Credit Line: Bequest of Barbara Bradley Manice, 1984
  • Object Number: 1984.287
  • Curatorial Department: The American Wing

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