Centripetal Spring Chair from a Pullman Train Car, 1860-1880
THF160404 / Centripetal Spring Chair from a Pullman Train Car, 1860-1880
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Artifact Overview
Seating in most American railroad passenger coaches meant a basic, two-person bench. But a Pullman parlor car offered greater amenities in return for its higher fare. Individual seats provided softer cushioning, richer upholstery, and more comfortable armrests. The ride in this chair was further smoothed by the centripetal metal springs underneath it.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Centripetal spring chair
Date Made
1860-1880
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
41.46.2
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Michigan Central Railroad Company.
Material
Cast iron
Iron (Metal)
Maple (Wood)
Steel (Alloy)
Dimensions
Height: 31 in
Width: 26.5 in
Depth: 32.5 in
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