Collection Highlights
Declaration of Independence
Date:
1776
Object Number:
LIB.SY.1776.4
Medium:
Paper, broadside
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Open Armchair
Object Number:
1952.392
Date:
1755-1765
Medium:
Walnut, textile
Dimensions:
Overall: 33 x 25 3/4 x 20 1/4 in. ( 83.8 x 65.4 x 51.4 cm )
Description:
Walnut Louis XV open armchair with pink damask upholstery (not original); medallion-shaped back with curved molded crest rail; padded serpentine arms on cabriole arm supports; carved and molded seat rail; cabriole legs with carved knees.
Credit Line:
Bequest of A. E. Gallatin
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
