Handmade Chair - Rawhide Seat

c. 1939

Manuel G. Runyan

Associated Names
Manuel G. Runyan

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a wooden chair with a simple design. The chair has four horizontal rails on its back and a woven seat. The seat appears to be partially covered or missing, with bits of material draping off to one side. The color palette consists mainly of muted browns and beiges, reflecting the natural wood tones and slightly aged appearance. The chair is angled slightly, allowing the viewer to see both the front and right side, against a light background.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 44.6 x 35.2 cm (17 9/16 x 13 7/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: Height, back-58"; 19"wide. See data sheet for dets.

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.4415

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Manuel G. Runyan

Wikidata ID

Q64594839

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