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Slipper chair, 1750–70, American black walnut; corner blocks, yellow poplar
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Slipper chair

Maker unknown · Philadelphia · 1750–70

Medium
American black walnut; corner blocks, yellow poplar
Dimensions
36.3 x 16.9 x 17.3 in. (92.1 x 42.9 x 44 cm) · max. W 21 in. (53.3 cm)
Accession
1930.2406
Credit line
Mabel Brady Garvan Collection
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