CHAIR

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage

About this object

Frame is dark brown stained wood, ornate, turned side posts, scrolled side pieces connect seat to back, leaf motif at top of back. On back is a plain oval, upholstered in plain light brown velvet, same upholstery on seat. Casters on front legs.

Object name:

CHAIR

Made from:

Wood -- upholstery

Made in:

USA

Date made:

1854

Size:

H. 40 1/4 × W. 19 1/4 in. (102.2 × 48.9 cm)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:

33.218

Class:

FURNITURE

Signature marks:

LABEL brass plaque on back: Made by Caroline Lathrop Post 1854

Credit line:

Gift of Mrs. Augustus Riggs, 1988