"Ladder Back" Chair - Called "Jolting Chair" c. 1936

"Ladder Back" Chair - Called "Jolting Chair" is a 1936 colored pencil drawing on paper by American artist Magnus S. Fossum (1888-1980). The artwork depicts a simple wooden chair with a ladder-back design, painted green and with a dark brown woven seat. The piece is a realistic representation of a common type of chair, often used in the home or for everyday use. Fossum's rendering captures the details of the chair's construction, showcasing his talent for representational drawing.