Sofa
Maker
James S. Taylor
(American)
Datec. 1810
MediumMahogany, ash, maple, and modern horsehair upholstery
Dimensions37 × 79 3/4 × 30 1/2 inches (94 × 202.6 × 77.5 cm)
Credit LineBequest of James McKenna.
Object number2007.16.1
On View
On view
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 TextA rare example of a signed Federal style mahogany sofa, the engraved signature "J S Taylor" can be found beneath the back crest rail.
The New York City directories lists James Taylor as a registered cabinetmaker working in New York in 1802-1804 and again in 1812-1819. A 1820 census lists Taylor working in Goshen, NY.