1888 Chromolithograph 16th Century Chair Stool Prie-Dieu Cabinet Furniture LCH3 XGI4 244 Madison Avenue New York

244 Madison Avenue New York

The ad features an image of the Sunnyslope Sanatorium of Ottumwa

This is an original 1908 halftone print of a painting titled "Portrait of Roelof Meulenaer

Several of the young ladies here are known as grisettes

1888 Chromolithograph 16th Century Chair Stool Prie-Dieu Cabinet Furniture LCH3 XGI4 244 Madison Avenue New YorkThis is an original 1888 color chromolithograph of 16th century seats and other furnishings. Prie dieus were common pieces of furniture used in one's daily devotions, as they provided a comfortable place to kneel while praying or reciting the rosary. As the Renaissance flourished in Italy, it sparked an interest in beautiful household objects which spread throughout Europe. As a result, a lot of pride was placed in skilled craftsmanship in carving and