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Slip seat
1929-1969
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Materials
- Oak
- Silk
Museum Object Number
1969.4513
Credit Line/Donor
Bequest of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
1969.4513
Object Name
Slip seat
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Origin Notes
This slip seat was probably made at Winterthur or in New York City.
Secondary Place of Origin
France; Europe
Secondary Origin Notes
Previously dated 1700-1800, this fabric was made in Europe, possibly France between 1750-1850.
Date
1929-1969
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Inscription
Location: reverse, on frame
Inscription: "64.967.1" (graphite)
Type: Label
Location: reverse, pinned on tag
Inscription: recto: "69.4513/SHIPLEY Rm/ (Chair 64.967.1)/ OCT-MAR" verso: "#3 / 69.4513" (graphite)
Type: Inscription
Location: reverse, on webbing
Inscription: "3" (red marker)
Mark/Signature: Yes
Materials
- Oak
- Silk
Techniques
- Woven (twill)
Dimensions (inches)
21.5 (W) x 16 (L)
Dimensions (centimeters)
54.61 (W) x 40.64 (L)
Measurement Notes
Measurements overall.