Armchair, ladderback

Date1790-1830

OriginAmerica, North Carolina, Northeastern

MediumMaple, pine, and oak

DimensionsOH: 33 1/2"; Seat H: 14 1/2"; OW: 20"; D: 15 1/2"

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object number1954-10

DescriptionArmchair, ladderback: turned maple back posts with knob finials; 2 pine slats with arched tops; slightly curved pine arms with circular hand grips; maple front posts; 7 turned stretchers. Painted indian red and varnished.

Woods: Maple and pine with oak splint seat.