Seat height: 18 inches.
Note: The canapés are likely 18th century and not 'Circa 1880' as originally catalogued. The gilt decoration is modern and very bright with some deliberately distressed areas along crest rail. The canapés appear in overall decent condition. The upholstery showing signs of wear in higher-usage areas but otherwise is largely intact. Both examples with sagging to cushion springs and some loose straps, would need to be reinforced prior to use. One back rest of canapé feels less secure to body, overall stable but might require additional reinforcement to prevent later damage. The same canapé with a loss to claw decoration on the front center-right foot. Both examples with loss to claw decoration on back left foot. Other canapé with an area of loss to back left pad food. Both examples have been reblocked on underside of frame. Most claw-feet with some restorations to claws. the tassel swag decoration on the apron having most tassels wither detached or replaced. One example with original decoration at far right side of front. Some other repairs likely but obscured by modern gesso/gilding. Additional images available upon request.
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