Object Details
Collector
Mrs. Abram S. Hewitt, (American, 1830–1912)
Catalogue Status
Research in Progress
Description
Crozier posts include panelled top rail and slat carved in form of an eagle with wings outspread. Slip seat covered in horsehair. Flat front legs are moulded on front surface and are sharply curved. Rear legs are sharply curved as well.
Credit Line
Gift of Eleanor and Sarah Hewitt from the collection of Mrs. Abram S. Hewitt
Date
1820–25
Accession Number
1931-70-53
Restrictions & Rights
CC0
Type
furniture
Decorative Arts
Chair
Medium
carved mahogany
Dimensions
H x W x D: 86 x 46.5 x 40cm (33 7/8 x 18 5/16 x 15 3/4in.)
made in
USA
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Data Source
Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
chndm_1931-70-53