Main Content

French Armchair

This painted beechwood armchair has a history of ownership by Dolley Madison after previously being owned by Thomas Jefferson, who purchased it in France and kept it at Monticello. This chair may be amongst furnishings that left Monticello after Jefferson's death. Bruce White is credited for the photograph.
Artist
Unknown
Date of Work
ca. 1784-1789
Type
Furnishings
Credit
White House Historical Association