Chair, Parlour
Date: Circa 1880
Medium: Wood; Fibre: velveteen; beading
Dimensions:
Height: 32"
Seat: width 21"
Seat: depth 19.5"
Classification: Decorative Arts
Object number: 1985.7.23
Label text:Came from family of Francis Alexander Phillips. Style of chair - "Bustle Chair"
DescriptionVictorian parlour chair, looks like it collapses, but is not a folding chair. Back and seat upholstered in gold venveteen with gold braided fringe, back piece sways to fit shape of sitter and accomodate a bustle. Wood frame has ornate "oriental" knobs and beadwork.
Not on display
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