Armchair
Datec. 1802
MediumMixed woods including oak, paint, and rush seat
Dimensions33 1/4 × 18 1/16 × 6 1/8 inches (84.5 × 45.9 × 15.6 cm)
Credit LineAttributed to the bequest of Mary Telfair.
Object number1875.114
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 TextThis fancy painted armchair was originally owned by Mary Telfair's uncle William Gibbons (1754-1804). The purchase is listed in Gibbons' account book from 1802-1804 as “Paid Palmer for one dozen bamboo gilt chairs at 3.50 each and 4.50 for 2 armed each - 44.00.”
