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Folding chair, late 15th century, Walnut inlaid with ivory, steel, bone and various woods; modern leather upholstery

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Chair

Folding chair

Maker unknown · late 15th century

Medium: Walnut inlaid with ivory, steel, bone and various woods; modern leather upholstery
Dimensions: H. 38 x W. 24-3/4 x D. 18 in. (96.5 x 62.9 x 45.7 cm)
Accession: 27.225.1
Credit line: Gift of William H. Riggs, 1913
Culture: Spanish, Granada

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