Klismos chair ........ Illustrated FURNITURE Glossary

Klismos chair on Greek vase
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston

Klismos chair on Greek vase (lekythos)

Chair features:

  • Front and rear saber legs
  • Polka-dot-printed loose cushion hanging over the edge of the seat
  • Dowels attaching the uprights and saber legs to the seat rail
  • Rush seat


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