Limning Windsor chairs
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Many prominent Americans in the 18th century had their portraits painted while seated on Windsor chairs. One likely reason why they posed for their portrait seated on the commonest of chairs is to show that while they have the leisure to sit for a portrait and the money to pay for it, they remain deferential to superiors and have not become snobbish of their inferiors.
Publication Name: Early American Homes
Subject: Home furnishings industry
ISSN: 1086-9948
Year: 1999
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American Windsor chairs
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American Windsor chairs continue to be popular, with every antique collection inevitably having some styles. The fact that they remain America's favorite seating is attributed to their strength, comfort and interesting designs, which include the high back, the fan back and the bow back.
Publication Name: Early American Homes
Subject: Home furnishings industry
ISSN: 1086-9948
Year: 1999
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How to make period slipcovers for chairs
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Making period slipcovers for chairs involves a few simple steps. One only needs muslin or scrap fabric, upholstery fabric and woven linen tape. The length and snugness of fit can be modified to suit the style of chair as well as one's personal taste.
Publication Name: Early American Homes
Subject: Home furnishings industry
ISSN: 1086-9948
Year: 1998
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