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Slip seat
1780-1800
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
Connecticut; New London; New England; United States; North America
Materials
- Wood
- Bast fiber (linen or hemp
Museum Object Number
1969.5626
Credit Line/Donor
Bequest of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
1969.5626
Object Name
Slip seat
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
Connecticut; New London; New England; United States; North America
Origin Notes
This slip seat is probably original to its associated chair, 1957.0103.004, which was made in Connecticut.
Date
1780-1800
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Label
Location: reverse, pinned on tag
Inscription: recto: "57.103.4 / ESSEX RM. / JAN-JUN" verso: "#4" (graphite)
Type: Inscription
Location: reverse, twill tape label
Inscription: "SEASON 12" (stamped in red)
Type: Label
Location: reverse, on frame
Inscription: "LADDER BACK 57.103.4 ESSEX" (graphite)
Type: Label
Location: reverse, pinned on tag
Inscription: "1969.5626 / slip seat" [over] "1957.0103.004 / chair" (graphite)
Mark/Signature: Yes
Materials
- Wood
- Bast fiber (linen or hemp
Techniques
- Woven (plain)
Dimensions (inches)
20 (W) x 14.75 (L)
Dimensions (centimeters)
51 (W) x 37.5 (L)
Measurement Notes
Measurements overall