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And of unusual ( rare ) large dimensions. The sette has Matching bolsters for each end also in tiger velvet …
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And of unusual ( rare ) large dimensions. The sette has Matching bolsters for each end also in tiger velvet .Well worn gilt and paint finish. In good condition if you love the charm of wear and distress, fair condition if you do not .
This the remaining one of a pair or set offered here .
Minor losses to frame. Well worn paint and gilded finish. Oxidation to the gilt. Slight warpage to back crest rail. sturdy .
Provenance by repute: Elise de Wolfe (Lady Mendl). Irwin J. Smith of Rockwood, TN attended New York School of Art (now Parsons) in 1920s, falling into the social circle of Elsie de Wolfe and Elisabeth Marbury. Some years and success later Mr. Smith touring Europe dropped in on an old acquatience Lady Mendel (de Wolfe) at her home Villa Trianon outside of Paris, thus the sale of items and shipping to Pittsburgh. Now by inheritance and descent.
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- Dimensions
- 87ʺW × 28.75ʺD × 37ʺH
- Styles
- Italian
- Neoclassical
- Arm Height
- 37.0 in
- Seat Interior Depth
- 23.0 in
- Seat Interior Width
- 70.0 in
- Number of Seats
- 1
- Seat Height
- 16.25 in
- Period
- 18th Century
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Giltwood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Design Modified, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Gold
- Condition Notes
- The settee in original design with recent upholstery .The frame charmingly distressed with 2.5 centuries of time ,age and use … moreThe settee in original design with recent upholstery .The frame charmingly distressed with 2.5 centuries of time ,age and use .the gilding and paint finish worn with effects of rubbing , heat and cold temperatures and general use as to be expected . Missing ( albeit minute) areas of loss to the frame . less
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