Prie-Dieu Bench

Datec. 1890

Mediummahogany; brocade

Dimensions37 x 23 1/2 x 23 inches (94 x 59.7 x 58.4 cm)

Credit LineGift of Nelda C. Stark, 1978

Object number61.900.45

ClassificationsFurniture

DescriptionPadded and upholstered in red brocade crest; carved dropped finials on crest apron; upright section carved and pierced; cross surrounded by five carved cherubs, shrubs, and flowers; kneeler upholstered in red brocade; serpentine front; three drop finials on apron; two cyma curved front legs with paw feet; two sabre back legs.

ProvenanceProbably W.H. Stark [1851-1936] and Miriam Lutcher Stark [Mrs. W.H. Stark, 1859-1936]; by inheritance to their son H.J. Lutcher Stark [1887-1965]; by inheritance to his wife Nelda C. Stark [1909-1999]; gifted December 18, 1978 to the Nelda C. and H.J. Lutcher Stark Foundation; accessioned to The W.H. Stark House

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