Chair

Maker Unknown (American)

Datec. 1830

MediumPainted wood and rush seat

Dimensions32 3/4 × 18 × 18 1/2 inches (83.2 × 45.7 × 47 cm)

Credit LineGift of Charlton M. Theus and Will Theus Quaile in memory of their parents Will and Charlton Theus.

Object number2000.13.2

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CopyrightThe images and text contained on this page are owned by Telfair Museums or used by the Museum with permission from the owners. Unauthorized reproduction, transmission or display of these materials is prohibited with the exception of items deemed “fair use” as defined by U.S. and international copyright laws.Label TextProbably made in New York, this fancy-painted "ballback" chair with a twisted rush seat has a slightly backward curving back with four square slats separated by small wooden balls in three rows of three. A similar pair of slats separated by balls spans the front legs. There is a wide flat upper back slat painted with a blackened floral motif. The front legs are turned with a ball near the top and small ball feet.

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