Sweet Old Folk Art Upholstered Miniature Chair / Pin Cushion handmade stairs dyed a darker brown

dyed a darker brown

with text reading: "Florida Water / Murray &

9" t x 2 3/8" w x 1 5/16" d and in very worn but stable condition

carved of wood and polychromed

Sweet Old Folk Art Upholstered Miniature Chair / Pin Cushion handmade stairs dyed a darker brownI really like the awkward proportions of this chair, tall and narrow and with these very very hunky legs posts combined with very thin stretchers rails. Then painted a rose pink and given a thick, cushy upholstered seat, which makes me think it's true purpose may have been to serve as a pin cushion and an easy one not get buried under under things! Brass upholstery tacks all around the perimeter of the seat, plus one at the top of each post for good