Chippendale Upholstered Camel-back Sofa

Description:

Chippendale Upholstered Camel-back Sofa, probably England, late 18th century, the serpentine crest rail joining outward scrolling arms, the square front legs joined to the raking rear legs by square stretchers, refinished, (imperfections),ht. 34 3/4, seat ht. 16 3/4, overall lg. 75 in.
Estimate $800-1,200

Repair to back left leg, the upholstery is frayed on both armrests, one has a small area, the other has about a four or five inch frayed area, the seat cushion is down-filled, total dp. back to front is about 27 in.


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