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Rocking Chair, 1810–20, Maple; rockers, yellow poplar
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Chair · United States

Rocking Chair

Maker unknown · United States · 1810–20

Medium
Maple; rockers, yellow poplar
Dimensions
17.8 x 9.3 x 9.1 in. (45.1 x 23.5 x 23 cm) · max. W 11.6 in. (29.5 cm)
Accession
1931.1212
Credit line
Mabel Brady Garvan Collection
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