Currently on exhibit in the Collections Gallery of the Main Gallery. Legs are braced with two turned stretchers on front and two on back. Shield-shaped seat and back, both with cane centers. Arm posts and rests have pivoting swing down semicircular tray where baby toys and food can be placed. Back has elaborate crest rail with ears, burled panels, and incised decorations.
Wheels have solid rubber tires.
This artifact was designed to serve a dual purpose, something the Victorians loved to do. John Fleming of Archer, Florida, ran a general store in the 1880s. When his son Samuel was born in March of 1883, the new father simply took this high chair out of his stock to use. Currently on exhibit in the Collections Gallery of the Main Gallery. Bibliography Heinninger, Mary.