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Second Empire Fine Mahogany & Gilt Bronze Canapé—Napoleon III, 1860

$2,224
$2,78020% Off
£1,682.21
£2,107.7720% Off
€1,964.21
€2,460.7220% Off
CA$3,167.32
CA$3,975.1320% Off
A$3,213.62
A$4,036.4220% Off
CHF 1,835.82
CHF 2,304.2020% Off
MX$38,908.97
MX$48,773.2220% Off
NOK 21,567.44
NOK 27,066.6220% Off
SEK 21,538.88
SEK 26,992.7720% Off
DKK 14,683.26
DKK 18,395.8720% Off

About the Item

A fine and well preserved mahogany & gilt bronze canapé from the Second Empire Period under the reign of Napoleon III. Absolutely wonderful condition, seat cushion has been redone in a lovely full grain textured grey leather—traditional sprung seat with horsehair and cotton bedding. All original ormolus present and intact, beautifully carved ornamental lion’s heads carvings complete the sweeping arms. Cross sabre legs terminating in lion’s paws feet support a curved seat frame—stunning details throughout.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 35 in (88.9 cm)Width: 67 in (170.18 cm)Depth: 24 in (60.96 cm)Seat Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)
  • Style:
    Napoleon III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1860
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Brooklyn, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU814139522102

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