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Empire Period Mahogany Sofa-Bed, 19th Century

About the Item

Sofa-bed of the Empire period in solid mahogany and mahogany veneer with rich decoration of finely chased and gilded bronzes. This sofa is decorated in front of a lyre in the center, and framed by two sheath feet with shafts decorated with caduceus and busts of Mercury surmounted by a ball. The front has a crosspiece with palmettes and laurel wreaths. The back with two amounts in terms flanked by fleurons is surmounted by a pediment by scroll presenting in full arch a cup applied between rinces foliage, a head of medusa and two crowns of laurel. This Empire sofa bed can be adjusted according to your desires, can be placed against a wall and offer you all the comfort of a sofa. It is furnished with a mattress (180x85 cm), six large cushions and four small cushions, upholstered in a golden jacquard fabric with stripes.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 49.22 in (125 cm)Width: 77.56 in (197 cm)Depth: 33.86 in (86 cm)Seat Height: 70.87 in (180 cm)
  • Style:
    Empire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1810
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Restorations and varnish to the stamp. The whole tapestry is new.
  • Seller Location:
    Paris, FR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 32911stDibs: LU2065332866472
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