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Ladder-Back Side Chair, 1750-1775

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Artifact Overview

Ladder-back chairs appeared in America with the first colonists 400 years ago, and they've been popular ever since. Easy to build, comfortable to sit on, and very sturdy -- ladder-back chairs have been made as side chairs, armchairs, rockers, and even benches.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Side chair

Date Made

1750-1775

Place of Creation

Creator Notes

Made in coastal Connecticut.

Location

at Henry Ford Museum in Fully Furnished

Object ID

00.3.12100

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Maple (Wood)
Rush (Material)

Color

Brown

Dimensions

Height: 42.5 in
Width: 14.25 in
Length: 19.25 in

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