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Napoleon III Walnut Alcove or Daybed Sofa

About the Item

This daybed or sofa was made originally in France circa 1870 in the Napoleon III style and is constructed of walnut and burled walnut veneers used to dramatically show off the wood selection and grain patterns. Large profiles and massive flat or concave and convex long grained area of regular walnut have been used to border complex very figured areas of veneered burl walnut Boldly scaled and very masculine the original rail on one side has been removed and a permanent rail with a notched upper area in the head and foot boards to accommodate an upholstered wooden back which was clearly just screwed in in the past allowing for the use as a sofa in a guest room also used as a sitting room. The head and foot boards are finished on both side so its clear that it was always meant to be seen form an alcove bed position and any alteration was done to make it more a sofa then a fully functioning regular daily bed. It's approximate size a twin bed and it comes with an upholstered mattress of that size but no box spring.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 45.5 in (115.57 cm)Width: 82.5 in (209.55 cm)Depth: 37 in (93.98 cm)
  • Style:
    Napoleon III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1870
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Hudson, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU811324851132
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