George Jakob Hunzinger
Side Chair

scan from file photograph

Public Domain

Side Chair
MakerAmerican, 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
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Department
Bayou Bend
Object Type
DescriptionGeorge Hunzinger trained as a cabinetmaker in Württemberg, Germany, before immigrating to New York City in 1855. He became a prosperous manufacturer of innovative, mass-produced furniture. His machine-inspired designs were popular during the latter half of the 19th century, and Hunzinger is also recognized today as a pioneer of new construction techniques and progressive design. Examples such as this side chair are often referred to as "patent furniture." Hunzinger received 21 patents during his career for a range of production techniques to improve efficiency, such as the use of interchangeable parts, as well as designs for versatile furniture, such as folding, reclining, and rocking chairs.
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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