Chair, Side

Furniture

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The Arts Club of Washington Collection

Side chair, unknown maker, Chippendale style, unknown date of manufacture.: The front finger-molded Marlborough legs connect to the rear saber legs with an H stretcher and join the upholstered dead seat. The rear legs rise to form the back stiles which taper and flow into the scrolled bow-shaped crest rail. The back splat is pierced in an interlacing Gothic design.
Side chair, unknown maker, Chippendale style, unknown date of manufacture.

The front finger-molded Marlborough legs connect to the rear saber legs with an H stretcher and join the upholstered dead seat. The rear legs rise to form the back stiles which taper and flow into the scrolled bow-shaped crest rail. The back splat is pierced in an interlacing Gothic design.

Name/Title

Chair, Side

Dimensions

Height

36 in

Width

20 in

Depth

19 in

Location

Building

201 Reception Room

General Notes

Note

Marlborough legs on a chair refer to a style of straight, square, and sturdy chair legs, often found in mid-18th-century English and American furniture, particularly in Chippendale styles. These legs are typically plain but can also feature fluted carving or be slightly tapered. They usually terminate in a block foot, but can also be footless. Marlborough legs are a classic furniture leg style known for their simple, sturdy, and often elegant design.

Update Date

November 19, 2025