Victorian-Style Slipper Armchair Upholstered Chair from Lewis Latimer's Home

Name/Title

Victorian-Style Slipper Armchair Upholstered Chair from Lewis Latimer's Home

Description

This ornate armchair, once belonging to Lewis Latimer, is crafted from wood and features a hand-carved floral motif on the crest rail. The upholstery is a mustard-gold fabric with a delicate diamond pattern, secured by button tufting along the backrest. The armchair's legs are carved and mounted on castors, enabling easy movement. The piece showcases Latimer's taste for elegant and functional home furnishings, reflecting the aesthetic sensibilities of the Victorian era.

Use

A Victorian-style armchair, originally from the home of Lewis Latimer, featuring intricate wood carving and mustard-gold upholstery. This chair is a fine example of 19th-century craftsmanship and provides a glimpse into the personal furnishings of the renowned inventor.

Context

Used to illustrate the Latimer family's history of living in the House

Collection

Latimer Family Collection : Latimer House

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Material/Technique

Wood

Dimensions

Dimension Description

36.5"x 22.5625" x 39"

Location

Shelf

LLH Attic

Archival Collection

Latimer Family Collection

Museum

Lewis Latimer House

City

Flushing, Queens

State

New York, USA

Continent

North America

Country

United States