Reclining Chair, 1876-1900
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Victorian Americans enjoyed reclining in adjustable chairs like this one, popular during the late 19th century. These innovative mass-produced chairs featured functionality over style. This type of furniture appealed most to a growing middle class and would have served as a novelty piece in a parlor or sitting room.
Victorian Americans enjoyed reclining in adjustable chairs like this one, popular during the late 19th century. These innovative mass-produced chairs featured functionality over style. This type of furniture appealed most to a growing middle class and would have served as a novelty piece in a parlor or sitting room.
Artifact
Reclining chair
Date Made
1876-1900
Creators
Marks Adjustable Folding Chair Company
Place of Creation
United States, New York, New York
Creator Notes
Designed by Cevedra B. Sheldon and manufactured by Marks Adjustable Folding Chair Company.
On Exhibit
at Henry Ford Museum in Fully Furnished
Object ID
28.899.150
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Wood (Plant material)
Cane (Plant material)
Cotton (Textile)
Cast iron
Color
Black (Color)
Red
Dimensions
Height: 45.875 in
Length: 76.625 in (reclining)
Width: 29.5 in
Length: 48 in (upright)
Inscriptions
Marked on the frame: Sole M'frs. Marks A.F. Chair Co. Limited 930 B'Way Pat. Feb' 1st 1876
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