Pair of Side Chairs 1794 - 1799

This pair of side chairs, crafted by the renowned American furniture maker Samuel McIntire between 1794 and 1799, exemplify the elegant and refined style of the Federal period. The chairs feature shield-shaped backs, a hallmark of the era, with intricate carvings depicting urns and other classical motifs. The chairs, now housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, are a testament to McIntire's mastery of woodworking and his ability to blend classic design elements with a distinctly American sensibility.