Side Chair
Artist
Maker unknown
Date1850-1855
MediumRosewood, ash, modern upholstery
DimensionsOverall: 42 3/8 × 18 5/8 × 17 1/2in. (107.6 × 47.3 × 44.5cm)
ClassificationsFURNISHINGS
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number96.5
DescriptionShaped, pierced, turned, carved back with carved face (male) in top center of crest. Center of back is upholstered to match seat. Square seat with shell motif at center of front seat rail. Square back legs, turned front legs. Upholstery is light cream colored with pink and light blue.On View
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Label TextThe carved and pierced leafy scrolls, twisted spindles, cabochon, and drop finials on this side chair are elements common to American and European interpretations of the Elizabethan Revival style. The grotesque mask on the crest of this chair introduces a captivating motif. It may be a derivation of the Green Man-a male face comprising leafy fragments, sometimes rendered with horns sprouting from his head and vegetation growing from his mouth-a motif that can be traced to ancient Rome.
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