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Chair (painted)

c. 1937

Lillian Causey

Associated Names

Lillian Causey

Artist, American, 1889 - 1949

The image shows a wooden chair with a curved backrest and spindled legs. The chair features rich brown tones with lighter beige or gold accents along the edges. Positioned in the center of the image, the chair is angled slightly to the right to display its structure and craftsmanship.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, graphite and some heightening on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 36.6 x 26.2 cm (14 7/16 x 10 5/16 in.)
Original IAD Object: 19 1/4"wide, 18"high-seat-top; Seat 16 1/4"high
Accession Number

1943.8.4315

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64593176

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