American Art Bed-Chair c. 1790-1800 Artist/maker unknown, American Walnut, mixed woods Currently not on view 1998-129-1 Purchased with funds contributed in memory of Helen Blum, 1998 |
LabelOften used by women during their "lying-in" period after childbirth, and by those confined to bed due to age or illness, adjustable bed chairs - such as this example - were often fitted with washable linen or cotton slipcovers. |
