Lot 285
A mid 18th century mahogany framed chair back settee
Auction: 10 December 2008 at 11:00 GMT
£13,125
Description
the curved back with double paper scroll crestings flanking a central carved scallop shell above a pair of solid vase-shaped splats, similarly carved with scrolls, the outscrolling arms boldly carved with lion masks, each with bared teeth and finely carved trailing manes, the balloon-shaped drop-in seat, with a caddy moulded rail and damask upholstery, on three front scallop shell and leaf carved cabriole legs ending in claw and ball feet, the two rear legs of plain outswept form; together with a pair of associated side chairs, of near-matching design (3)
Dimensions
Settee: 158cm wide, 106cm high, 56cm deep (seat 47cm high)