Some Pennsylvania Wainscot Chairs
Author
Published Location
Philadelphia, PA
Publisher
University of Pennsylvania Press
Years
1980
Physical Description
Softcover
Language
English
Description
Pennsylvania wainscot chairs (primarily originating from Chester County and Philadelphia) are rare, early 18th-century joined armchairs. They uniquely blend English, Welsh, and Germanic woodworking styles. They are highly prized in antique collections for their broad proportions, scalloped crest rails, and arched back panels
Provenance: Collection
Object Topic
Fine Arts Furniture
Object ID
B1804
Call Number
NK2400
Location
Library Annex
