Gilded beech frame in the Louis XVI-style; rectangular back with shaped top-rail crested with bowtied crossed quivers of arrows, flanked by fluted columns, bud finials, from which curve acanthus-carved arms. Beaded, molded and acanthus-carved curved supports join seat frame with curved front...
Gilded beech frame in the Louis XVI-style; rectangular back with shaped top-rail crested with bowtied crossed quivers of arrows, flanked by fluted columns, bud finials, from which curve acanthus-carved arms. Beaded, molded and acanthus-carved curved supports join seat frame with curved front rail, acanthus pendant in center. Fluted and turned legs (front ones on casters). Seat, back and arms covered in Beauvais tapestry, pale green with flower panel designs on cream ground.
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Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Robert F. Herrick, Jr.
French, late 19th century
Dimensions
Legacy dimension: H. 41 1/2"
Medium or Technique
Gilded beech, silk and wool tapestry upholstery
Collections
Europe
Classifications
Furniture
