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Deacons chair used by Sixth Mount Zion Baptist Church, ca. 1900
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Deacons chair used by Sixth Mount Zion Baptist Church, ca. 1900
Four-legged wooden, bentwood chair. Chair seat is round with carved, shallow ridges on seat top. Ridges are in expanding, concentric " U" shapes, narrower in the middle and expanding outward toward the center. " U" shapes begin on either side, closer to the chair back. Outside wood bar, one continuous piece, of chair back curves around and down to make the chair legs. In the middle of the chair back is another curved loop of bent wood that attaches to the top bar and to the seat. Two (2) curved supports on either side of the chair seat connect to the chair back. Circular wood ring of support runs around the interior of the four (4) legs. Two (2) front legs slightly curve away from the seat
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of history - the Deacons chair used by Sixth Mount Zion Baptist Church around 1900. Crafted by renowned furniture designers Jacob and Josef Kohn, this four-legged wooden chair exudes elegance and cultural significance. The chair seat is round with intricately carved shallow ridges that form expanding concentric "U" shapes. These ridges, narrower in the middle and expanding outward towards the center, begin on either side closer to the chair back. The outside wood bar, made from one continuous piece, gracefully curves around and down to create the chair legs. A striking curved loop of bent wood attaches to both the top bar and seat at the middle of the chair back. Two curved supports on either side connect to complete its sturdy structure. Adding further stability, a circular wood ring runs along the interior of all four legs. This cherished artifact not only represents religious heritage but also holds immense historical value for African Americans during a time marked by segregation in Richmond, Virginia. It stands as a testament to resilience and faith within an evolving country. Displayed at the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC), this photograph captures not just an object but also serves as a reminder of how artistry can intertwine with religion, culture, and social progress throughout America's past.
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