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A work made of mahogany, tulipwood, white pine, and upholstery.

Pair of Side Chairs

1770–90

Artist unknown (American, 18th century) New York City, New York

New York City

The upholstery on this chair replicates a documented 18th-century English fabric, which was specially handwoven for the Art Institute on 19th-century English looms.

Mahogany, tulipwood, white pine, and upholstery

Arts of the Americas