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Victorian Upholstered Chair

c. 1937

Florence Truelson

Associated Names

Florence Truelson

Artist, American, 1901 - 1959

The image shows an ornate wooden chair with a high, rounded backrest adorned with intricate carvings at the top. The seat and backrest have upholstery with a floral design predominated by rich reds, greens, and hints of pink and brown. The chair is centrally positioned against a plain background, with the legs and ornate elements clearly visible.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 34.7 x 24.9 cm (13 11/16 x 9 13/16 in.)
Original IAD Object: 39"high; 19"wide (seat)
Accession Number

1943.8.4453

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: -Florence Truelson-

Wikidata ID

Q64561916

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