Easy Chair, 1936-1937

Summary

Edsel Ford, who directed the design, construction, and furnishings in the Museum's Lovett Hall purchased high-style antique furniture, for use as models for reproductions. Lovett Hall features a large ballroom, used for Henry Ford's "Old Time" dancing parties. This reproduction of an 18th century easy chair was used by party guests for rest, socializing, and dining.

Edsel Ford, who directed the design, construction, and furnishings in the Museum's Lovett Hall purchased high-style antique furniture, for use as models for reproductions. Lovett Hall features a large ballroom, used for Henry Ford's "Old Time" dancing parties. This reproduction of an 18th century easy chair was used by party guests for rest, socializing, and dining.

Artifact

Easy chair

Date Made

1936-1937

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2021.91.1

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Wood (Plant material)
Cloth

Color

Blue
Brown

Dimensions

Height: 45 in

Width: 38.5 in

Length: 32.5 in

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