Armchair, 1912
Oak with replacement velvet upholsteryexpand_more
Gift of David and Patricia Gebhardexpand_more 98.235.3
On View in Gallery 300expand_more
In 1909 Louis Sullivan and George Grant Elmslie designed the Henry Babson residence, with Elmslie working extensively on all aspects of the house. When Babson wanted alterations around 1912, he entrusted them to Elmslie and his new partner, William Purcell. The two architects designed furniture for the house, including a tall-case clock, andirons, and this box chair with a small carved "B" on each side.
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Details
- Title
- Armchair
- Artist Life
- 1880–1965
- Role
- Designer
- Accession Number
- 98.235.3
- Curator Approved
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