Commode Chair, 1750-1770
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Artifact Overview
The chamber pot that originally fit under the seat of this chair is hidden by the unusually low "apron," or piece of wood below the seat front. Chairs of this type were intended to serve the needs of the elderly or infirm, yet remain fashionable.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Armchair
Date Made
1750-1770
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Attributed to William Savery.
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Fully Furnished
Object ID
30.521.2
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Damask
Walnut (Wood)
Color
Brown
Gold (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 40.375 in
Width: 29.875 in
Length: 21.5 in
Inscriptions
Inscribed inside apron: WS / 1758
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