Lot 350
  • 350

A Very Fine And Rare Federal Satinwood and Ebony Inlaid Mahogany Sofa, attributed to John and/or Thomas Seymour, Boston, Massachusetts, circa 1800

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • mahogany
  • Height 37 1/4 in. by Length 6 ft. 8 in.
Retains an old finish and rich patina.

Provenance

Israel Sack, Inc., New York;
Peter Sawyer, Exeter, New Hampshire;
Clark Pearce, Essex, Massachusetts

Literature

Israel Sack, Inc., American Antiques from Israel Sack Collection, vol 8, p. 2258, P5778

Condition

Retains an old finish and rich patina; each central leg with small patches to front corners of upper block; fitted with a loose seat cushion.
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