Backrest

Object ID:
1950.3174.1
Community:
New York, Mount Lebanon
Description

Backrest. Backrest is steam-bent with a slight convex curve on top and bottom edges; tapers from 36 11/16" at top to 33 5/8" at bottom. On back there are steam-bent support bars across top and bottom widths. There is a third bar two-thirds of the height which sits atop a notched beam, cut so hinged arm rests securely. Arm is hinged to a flat board with a rounded end. Strip of leather attached underneath the bottom steam-bent support. Painted/washed orange.

New York Mount Lebanon Church Family

New York Mount Lebanon Church Family

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Shaker Museum Backrest. https://shakermuseum.us/object/?id=22133. Accessed on September 19, 2024

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