Banister-back armchair

American

Not on view

The carved crest rails on top of tall-back William and Mary–style chairs imparted an aura of importance to the sitter by providing a background of flourishes. The large scale and verve of the carving on this chair, with its stylized central leafage and play of repeating C-scrolls, are particularly effective.

Banister-back armchair, Hard maple, soft maple, ash, American

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Banister-back armchair, Hard maple, soft maple, ash, American
Banister-back armchair, Hard maple, soft maple, ash, American
Banister-back armchair, Hard maple, soft maple, ash, American

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