Italian, Venice
Reclining Armchair (Poltrona da riposo), about 1800
Cherry, 96.5 x 87 x 78 cm (38 x 34 1/4 x 30 11/16 in.)
The plump seat, back, and side pillows of this Italian reclining chair are of a wide-striped yellow and blue fabric. They nestle against the cherry wood frame that has wooden slats along the arms and back. A serrated metal hinge on both sides of the back allows for reclining. A leaf motif is carved into each corner where the legs meet the seat, and the two front legs have small wheels on the bottom.
Macknight Room
Commentary
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