Maker
George Jakob Hunzinger(American, born Germany, 1835–1898)American, born Germany, 1835–1898
CultureAmerican
Titles
- Side Chair
Datec. 1869
Made inNew York, New York, United States
MediumBlack walnut, ash, and upholstery (not original)
Dimensions34 3/4 × 19 1/2 × 18 3/4 in. (88.3 × 49.5 × 47.6 cm)
Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, gift of Dr. and Mrs. Mavis P. Kelsey
Object numberB.75.57
Non exposé
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Department
Bayou BendObject Type
ProvenanceMary Wilson Kelsey and Dr. Mavis P. Kelsey, Houston; given to MFAH, 1975.
Inscriptions, Signatures and Marks
Stamped on back of seat: HUNZINGER / N.Y. / PAT. MARCH 30 / 1869
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1869
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