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Slip seat
1770-1785
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
New York; New York; Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Materials
- Silk
- Wood
Museum Object Number
1984.0653.014
Credit Line/Donor
Bequest of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
1984.0653.014
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 probably original to its associated chair, 1959.3399 and the frame dates between 1770 and 1785.
Secondary Place of Origin
Europe
Secondary Origin Notes
Previously attributed to Italy, 1725-1775, this fabric was made between 1750-1800.
Date
1770-1785
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Label
Location: Pinned to scrim
Inscription: "59.3399/Port Royal Parlor/#13", on reverse "Slip seat 84.653.14" (graphite)
Type: Label
Location: Nailed to rail
Inscription: "SEASON 4" (stamped in red)
Mark/Signature: Yes
Materials
- Silk
- Wood
Techniques
- Woven (damask)
Dimensions (inches)
21.5 (W) x 17 (L)
Dimensions (centimeters)
54.61 (W) x 43.18 (L)
Measurement Notes
Width is at front edge. Width at rear edge is 17 inches.