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“Klismos” Chair
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William Strickland

“Klismos” Chair

c. 1825

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William Strickland

“Klismos” Chair

c. 1825

Physical Qualities Mahogany veneer, ebonized rosewood, ash, pine, modern upholstery , 32 3/8 x 18 1/2 x 23 in. (82.2 x 47 x 58.4 cm.)
Credit Line Gift of Stiles Tuttle Colwill, Lutherville, Maryland, in Honor of Charles W. Newhall, Chairman of the Board, 1999-2003
Object Number 2004.61
The Baltimore Museum of Art by gift, 2004; Stiles Tuttle Colwill, Lutherville, Maryland

Designer

William Strickland

American, 1787-1854

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