Lolling chair c. 1785 - 1795
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This anonymous "Lolling Chair," dating from 1785-1795, is a fine example of American Federal-style furniture. The chair's elegant lines and simple, yet refined, design reflect the aesthetic of the period, influenced by neoclassical ideals. The chair features a high back, gently curved arms, and slender, turned legs, typical of this style. The chair's luxurious upholstery adds to its appeal, emphasizing the importance of comfort and status in the late 18th century. This piece is currently located in the Minneapolis Institute of Art.
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The comfortably angled back and low seat of this chair makes it one of the less rigid seating designs of the 18th century - an ideal chair for lolling, relaxed reclining. An excellent example of the Federal style in Massachusetts, a similar example is thought to have been at Mount Vernon in Vermont, hence it often being referred to as a "Martha Washington" chair. Outstanding features of the style exhibited by this piece include the maple and ebony decorative inset panels and the feeling of lightness created by the sharply raked back legs, tapered front legs, and graceful curved arms.
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