Side Chair
Datec. 1920
Mediummahogany with metal and brocade velvet
Dimensions37 1/2 x 17 x 17 inches (95.3 x 43.2 x 43.2 cm)
Credit LineGift of Nelda C. Stark, 1978
Object number61.900.95
ClassificationsFurniture
DescriptionCarved melon oval backed by shell edges and scrolls design on crest rail; carved scroll design on curved stiles which merge with crest and mid-rails; carved center floral with scrolled designs on two mid-rails; upholstered seat in brocade velvet; carved flowers on apron center; heavily carved floral and scrolls at front knees; cabriole front legs; squared splayed back legs; whorl front feet.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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