Side chair 1805 - 1825

This side chair, crafted by Samuel Gragg between 1805 and 1825, showcases the elegant simplicity of early American furniture. The chair’s graceful form, crafted from maple wood and painted in a light, warm hue, reflects the prevalent taste for Neoclassical design during the period. Its slender, vertical back slats and gently curved legs evoke a sense of refined lightness, while subtle details, like the painted green accents, add a touch of decorative charm. Currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the chair serves as a testament to the skilled craftsmanship and stylistic trends of the early 19th century in America.