//
For internal use only
On Display: House - Empire Parlor
Slip seat
1825-1840
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
New York; New York; Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Materials
- Cotton
- Rayon
- Silk
- Wood
Museum Object Number
1984.0622.002
Credit Line/Donor
Bequest of Henry Francis du Pont
Share Object
Complete Details
Object Number
1984.0622.002
Object Name
Slip seat
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
New York; New York; Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Origin Notes
This slip seat is original to its associated chair.
Secondary Place of Origin
Europe or North America
Secondary Origin Notes
This fabric is a modern reproduction, probably made between 1950-1970. This tape is probably 18th century.
Date
1825-1840
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Label
Location: reverse, pinned to webbing
Inscription: "Slip seat / 84.622.2" (in graphite)
Mark/Signature: Yes
Materials
- Cotton
- Rayon
- Silk
- Wood
Techniques
- Woven (twill)
Dimensions (inches)
20 (W) x 17.5 (L)
Dimensions (centimeters)
50.8 (W) x 44.45 (L)
Measurement Notes
Measurements per previous cataloger