Banister Back Chair

1935/1942

Henry Murphy

Associated Names
Henry Murphy

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a wooden chair with a high back and a woven seat. The color palette includes soft browns and beiges, highlighting the natural hues of the wood. The chair is positioned centrally with its front legs visible at the bottom and the ornate backrest extending upwards. The background is plain and light-colored.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 34.9 x 24.4 cm (13 3/4 x 9 5/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: none given

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.4085

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64573952

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