Antique 1860s Civil War Officer's Folding Camp Carpet Chair

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A fascinating piece of early Americana history: an authentic 1860s Civil War-era officer's folding camp chair. Highly favored by 19th-century … Read more A fascinating piece of early Americana history: an authentic 1860s Civil War-era officer's folding camp chair. Highly favored by 19th-century military officers for its clever, flat-folding portability and domestic comfort in rugged field tents, this chair features its early woven geometric wool carpet tapestry. The textile displays a handsome crimson red border framing a cream center medallion, neatly framed by a solid wood frame with turned finials.The mechanical scissor-action folding frame remains completely stable, sturdy, and fully operational for immediate display or occasional use. An outstanding, highly collectible conversation piece that adds authentic history to a library, study, or eclectic interior design project. See less