STOOL
Creator(s): Unknown
Currently in storage
About this object
The stool has a seat and legs that are semi-circular in shape. They form an X where they meet in the center. There is no back. The four finials of the seat are carved in the form of grotesque bearded animal heads with open mouths. There is a mask carved in high relief at each side. It stands on four feet carved as lion paws. It has four turned stretchers, and an upholstered seat in red crushed velvet.
- Object name:
- STOOL
- Made from:
- Wood -- velvet
- Made in:
- ITALY
- Date made:
- 19th c.
- Size:
- 66 x 87.6 x 50.8 cm (26 x 34 1/2 x 20 in.)
Detailed information for this item
- Catalog number:
- 33.204
- Class:
- FURNITURE
- Signature marks:
- Credit line:
- Gift of General Foods, 1978