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George Platt Lynes and Jared French — Needlepoint Upholstered Late 18th/Early 19th c. Chair
George Platt Lynes and Jared French — Needlepoint Upholstered Late 18th/Early 19th c. Chair
George Platt Lynes and Jared French — Needlepoint Upholstered Late 18th/Early 19th c. Chair
George Platt Lynes and Jared French — Needlepoint Upholstered Late 18th/Early 19th c. Chair
George Platt Lynes and Jared French — Needlepoint Upholstered Late 18th/Early 19th c. Chair
George Platt Lynes and Jared French — Needlepoint Upholstered Late 18th/Early 19th c. Chair
George Platt Lynes and Jared French — Needlepoint Upholstered Late 18th/Early 19th c. Chair
George Platt Lynes and Jared French

Needlepoint Upholstered Late 18th/Early 19th c. Chair

1941

This wooden chair features a distinctive red needlepoint upholstered seat and backrest, both adorned with classical imagery rendered in cream and golden tones. The backrest depicts two full length nude figures standing against the red ground, while the seat showcases a symmetrical pattern of leaves or shell motifs. The frame itself is constructed of dark oak with turned baluster legs and stretchers, elevated on brass casters, exemplifying the marriage of neoclassical design with 18th and 19th century furniture traditions. The combination of sculptural wooden framework and finely detailed needlepoint upholstery demonstrates a curatorial interest in historical craft techniques and decorative arts. This piece represents a mid-20th century engagement with period revival aesthetics and the documentation of historical domestic objects.

Medium
needlepoint upholstery, oak, tacks

Notes

A Ménage with George Platt Lynes, Rago Auctions, 2026-05-01. Lot 130.

🔨 Auction Lot

A Ménage with George Platt Lynes

May 1, 2026

Estimate: $6,000$8,000

Sold: $44,800

Lot 130

For Sale

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George Platt Lynes and Jared French, Needlepoint Upholstered Late 18th/Early 19th c. Chair, 1941

This wooden chair features a distinctive red needlepoint upholstered seat and backrest, both adorned with classical imagery rendered in cream and golden tones. The backrest depicts two full length nude figures standing against the red ground, while the seat showcases a symmetrical pattern of leaves or shell motifs. The frame itself is constructed of dark oak with turned baluster legs and stretchers, elevated on brass casters, exemplifying the marriage of neoclassical design with 18th and 19th century furniture traditions. The combination of sculptural wooden framework and finely detailed needlepoint upholstery demonstrates a curatorial interest in historical craft techniques and decorative arts. This piece represents a mid-20th century engagement with period revival aesthetics and the documentation of historical domestic objects.

Medium
needlepoint upholstery, oak, tacks
Year
1941
Seen at
Rago Auctions, Lambertville, United States

Related themes

Historical Reproduction, Museum Collection, Red Upholstery, Classical Figures, Neoclassical Design, Needlepoint, Decorative Arts, Domestic Objects, Period Furniture, 18th Century Revival, Oak Frame, Turned Legs, Nude Figures, Furniture Design, Upholstered Furniture, Textile Art, Chair, Auction Lot, Craft Techniques, Wood And Textile

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