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c. 1790-1800

Bed-Chair

Artist/maker unknown

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Often 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.

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