A carved giltwood, green and gold fabric upholstered sofa Empire, Early 19th Centruy

with in-curved backrest, padded arms, lion's head legs terminating in claw feet, loose cushion seat, stamped twice with a crowned PL and numbered with LD 120

In overall good condition. Minor wear to the gilding and scratches due to use and age, especially to the feet. The right claw with restored crack. Upholstery in good condition.
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The crowned PL and LD probably refer to Leopold I, King of Belgium (1790-1865) and the inventory number.