European Sculpture and Decorative ArtsWoodwork-Furnituresecond half of 19th centuryFolding chair is a woodwork-furniture of Northern African or Syrian for the European market origin created in second half of 19th century using walnut, inlaid with ivory measuring Overall: 34 × 30 × 20 1/2 in. (86.4 × 76.2 × 52.1 cm) — now part of the European Sculpture and Decorative Arts collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Walnut, inlaid with ivory |
| Dimensions | Overall: 34 × 30 × 20 1/2 in. (86.4 × 76.2 × 52.1 cm) |
| Classification | Woodwork-Furniture |
| Department | European Sculpture and Decorative Arts |
| Credit Line | Gift of William H. Riggs, 1913 |
| Date | second half of 19th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Northern African or Syrian for the European market culture. The estimated date range is 1850 – 1899.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Folding chair?
Folding chair is housed in the European Sculpture and Decorative Arts department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Folding chair created?
Folding chair dates to second half of 19th century.
What material is Folding chair made from?
Folding chair is crafted from walnut, inlaid with ivory.
Is Folding chair in the public domain?
Folding chair is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.