View of Front and Rear of Chair 1841 - 1884

This graphite drawing by Charles Hindley and Sons, a furniture making firm founded in 1841, depicts a chair from both the front and the back. The simple, elegant lines of the design are characteristic of the mid-19th century Victorian era, when furniture was often crafted with a focus on comfort and functionality. The detailed drawing, likely intended for a client, provides a clear representation of the chair’s proportions and design details, including the tufted upholstery and the delicate carving on the legs. Today, this work resides in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, offering a glimpse into the design and production of furniture during this influential period.