Corner chair 1735 - 1745

This "Corner Chair" is a piece of 18th century furniture, crafted by English cabinetmaker Joseph Armitt between 1735 and 1745. The chair, now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, features a curved back and cabriole legs, typical of the Rococo style that was gaining popularity in England during this period. The intricate carving on the chair's back and the ornate scroll on the armrest, are hallmarks of the skilled craftsmanship of the time.