Chairs-Ladderback (2), c. 1850

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Title

Chairs-Ladderback (2), c. 1850

Date

c. 1850

Description

These two ladderback chairs are circa 1850. This particular type of ladderback has been seen frequently in middle Tennessee. with their tall, thin finials supporting a single ball, these chairs are of a type which is easily recognizable. One chair has a split oak seat; the other's seat is replaced. Each chair is of birch and hickory with three slats.

Identifier

RC-20 (A,B)

Source

Loft Room 2/1988

Contributor

Gift from Junior League of Knoxville

Format

H 37" W 18" D 18" Seat height 13 1/2"

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Citation

“Chairs-Ladderback (2), c. 1850,” Ramsey House, accessed June 24, 2025, https://collections.ramseyhouse.org/items/show/54.

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