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Easy chair

Date1690-1715

OriginEngland

MediumAsh, oak, elm, and beech

DimensionsOH: 52 1/4", H(seat): 17 1/2", OD: 22 1/2", OW: 27 3/4"

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object number1966-447

DescriptionAppearance: Easy chair with arched top high back; deep, scrolled wings with short, horizontally rolled arms; straight skirt, lower edge scrolled in front; boldly blocked and turned front legs with short trumpet turning at center above rectangular block with dished front and exterior sides; front legs terminate in Spanish feet; four blocked and turned stretchers - two side, one rear, and one medial; rear legs "square" in section, flaring slightly to rear.

Woods: Primary: ash - legs and stretchers, Secondary: oak, elm, and beech - interior framing.
MarkingsNone found.