Side Chair 1742 - 1790

This mahogany "Side Chair" is an example of American furniture produced during the Rococo period. The chair's elegant, carved design features a pierced and scrolled crest rail with cabriole legs ending in claw-and-ball feet. This type of furniture was popular amongst the wealthy and elite class of the time, reflecting their sophisticated taste. The chair, now housed at The Art Institute of Chicago, stands as a testament to the artistry and craftsmanship of anonymous colonial-era artisans.