High Chair

c. 1939

Raymond Chard

Associated Names
Raymond Chard

Artist, American, 1895 - 1953

The image shows a tall, antique wooden high chair with a decorative backrest, spindle legs, and armrests. The color palette includes muted beige and brown tones with hints of green and red in the detailing on the backrest. The high chair is centered on a plain, neutral background and is viewed slightly from the side, providing a clear view of its ornate backrest design and structure.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 48.9 x 36.6 cm (19 1/4 x 14 7/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 36 1/2"high overall. 13"wide at seat. Seat 24"high. See d.s. for dets.

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.4514

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: RAYMOND CHARD

Wikidata ID

Q64620170

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