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Slip seat
1755-1780
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
Boston; Massachusetts; Suffolk; New England; United States; North America
Materials
- Wood
- Cotton
- Wool
Museum Object Number
2010.0001.012 B
Credit Line/Donor
Bequest of Arthur D. Robson, Jr.
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Object Number
2010.0001.012 B
Object Name
Slip seat
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
Boston; Massachusetts; Suffolk; New England; United States; North America
Origin Notes
The chair associated with this slip seat was made in Boston, Massachusetts, between 1755 and 1780. The slip seat is probably contemporary with the chair.
Secondary Place of Origin
United States; North America
Secondary Origin Notes
This upholstery was probably worked in the United States in the twentieth century.
Date
1755-1780
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Inscription
Location: Reverse, on frame
Inscription: "5" (black marker)
Mark/Signature: Yes
Materials
- Wood
- Cotton
- Wool
Techniques
- Embroidered
- Canvaswork
Dimensions (inches)
22 (W) x 18.5 (L)
Dimensions (centimeters)
55.88 (W) x 46.99 (L)
Measurement Notes
Measurements are overall.