An ivory, pale blue and pink painted carved bergère Louis XV, mid 18th century

with a curved arched padded back and sidearms and a loose cushion seat, the top and seat-rail carved with leaves, on cabriole legs, redecorated

Of pleasingly large proportions. Whilst the piece has been redecorated there have been losses to paintwork. The paintwork is generally quite tired and there are scuffs and discolouration. Where the frame is joined there are cracks to these sites, notably on the back rail. Carved detail is chipped in places. Upholstery is tired and dirty.
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