First Dibs Sconces
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Wall Lights and Sconces
Metal
Antique 19th Century English Regency Candelabras
Crystal, Ormolu, Bronze
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2010s Belgian Modern Sofas
Linen
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Pedestals
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Sofas
Velvet, Mahogany
Antique Early 1900s Italian Georgian Sofas
Fabric, Velvet, Wood
Early 20th Century English Charles II Settees
Tapestry, Velvet
Antique 1890s Scandinavian Louis XVI Sofas
Velvet, Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century French Rococo Revival Wall Lights and Sconces
Giltwood
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Benches
Brass, Bronze, Ormolu
Mid-20th Century Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Walnut
Antique 1650s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet
Antique 19th Century Empire Sofas
Velvet, Wood, Mahogany
Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Sofas
Cotton, Velvet, Mahogany
Antique 18th Century French Directoire Sofas
Velvet, Mahogany
Early 20th Century Rococo Sofas
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Armchairs
Silk, Wood, Mahogany
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sterling Silver
Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Wall Lights and Sconces
Ormolu, Bronze
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