Discovery
Description:
French Empire Ormolu-mounted Mahogany Armchair, early 19th century, the scrolled cresting with brass-mounted griffins and Egyptian Revival devices over an upholstered back and seat; the arms with rosettes and carved and gilt pharaoh-form supports continuing into sabre legs, terminating on paw feet, (imperfections),ht. 35, wd. 25, dp. 28 in.
Estimate $250-350
minor loss and scratching to crest, split to arm
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