Couch, Possibly Made by Duncan Phyfe, 1810-1840
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Though made for reclining, this couch was more about style than physical comfort. Ladies were supposed to pose--not repose, or relax. Perhaps the idea that one was wealthy enough to afford such a stylish piece provided comfort to the owner!
Though made for reclining, this couch was more about style than physical comfort. Ladies were supposed to pose--not repose, or relax. Perhaps the idea that one was wealthy enough to afford such a stylish piece provided comfort to the owner!
Artifact
Grecian couch
Date Made
1810-1820
Creators
Place of Creation
United States, New York, New York
Creator Notes
Attributed to Duncan Phyfe, New York City, New York.
On Exhibit
at Henry Ford Museum in Fully Furnished
Object ID
35.79.41
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Mahogany (Wood)
Maple (Wood)
Cotton (Textile)
Brass (Alloy)
Color
Brown
White (Color)
Yellow
Dimensions
Height: 33.125 in
Width: 89 in
Length: 25.75 in
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