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Louis XV Giltwood Canape a Oreilles

Offered by: Antiquario Villas and Cottages

Description
French made circa 1770 during the reign of Louis XV, a deep-seated luxuriously upholstered and extraordinarily comfortable specimen Canape a Oreilles. Its scrolling frame is carved with petite blossoms, foliate sprays, and faintly incised panels along its crest rail. Raised on eight cabriole legs, its back has three open giltwood framed inset upholstered panels; allowing for freestanding placement in an appropriately scaled room.

More Information

Origin:	France
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	beechwood, gilt frame, upholstered
Condition:	Good. Fine antique condition, recently upholstered.
Creation Date:	c. 1770
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Louis XV
Dealer Reference #:	1811 LEEE
Incollect Reference #:	379722

Dimensions

W.	80 in;	H.	44 in;	D.	34 in;
W.	203.2 cm;	H.	111.76 cm;	D.	86.36 cm;

Seat H.	21 in;
Seat H.	53.34 cm;

Message from Seller:

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