Description of Illustration: sepia illustration version of a Victorian Colonial Style Morris Chair, The description of the furniture for sale in a 1908 catalogue reads:
"This Colonial Style Morris Chair is made of oak, specially selected, thoroughly air seasoned and kiln dried. Polished golden finish. The broad, shapely arms full swell front rail and massive round front posts are made of highly figured quarter sawed oak. Made with stationary hair filled cushions, deep tufted back and head rest. Seat fitted with our indestructible spring construction. Back adjustable to several comfortable positions by our patent ratchet attachment. Upholstered in verona, crushed plush, fabricold leather and genuine No. 1 leather covering. Simplicity of outline is combined with comfort and durability in this high grade Morris chair. Sells in stores at 50 percent more than the price we ask. Shipped direct from factory near Chicago or in Central New York.
Price Verona - $8.35 Crushed Plush - $9.65 Fabricold - $9.85 Genuine No. 1 Leather - $15.95"
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