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Backstool

Date1990 (frame) 2009 (upholstery)

Maker Kittinger Company , frame

Upholsterer Leroy Graves

OriginAmerica, New York, Buffalo and Virginia, Williamsburg

MediumMahogany, maple, hair stuffing, black rush, linen, cotton, wool, and brass

DimensionsOH: 39"; OW: 22 1/2"; SD: 20 1/4"

Object number2009-56 (R)

DescriptionReproduction upholstered backstool with serpentine crest rail; trapezoidal seat, straight legs, "H" stretcher, and a rear stretcher. Seat fully upholstered with tufting and partial brass nails; back upholstered on one side, revealing layers of upholstery, materials, and stitched edge roll on other side.Label TextThis reproduction chair demonstrates the traditional upholstery methods used on mid to late-18th century upholstered furniture. The upholstery has been "cut away" to illustrate all the layers that comprise the upholstery foundation and show cloth.