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In the collection ofYale University Art Gallery
Low-back windsor armchair, 1755–75, Spindles, oak; crest rail, seat, legs, stretchers, soft maple
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Rhode Island

Low-back windsor armchair

Maker unknown · Rhode Island · 1755–75

Medium
Spindles, oak; crest rail, seat, legs, stretchers, soft maple
Dimensions
27.6 x 21.9 x 14.8 in. (70.2 x 55.6 x 37.5 cm)
Accession
1941.119
Credit line
Gift of D. Bryson Delavan
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