Early 19th French Charles X (1824-1830)
Mahogany, carved, not steamed
Straps, not springs (a later Victorian invention), typical of this early period
Was in the London collection of Hermione Gingold (British-American stage and film actress, 1897-1987 :Gigi, Music Ma
n, Little Night Music), brought with her to Hollywood
NB: this sofa needs reupholstering
Dimensions:
Front: 5’10”
Back: 5’5”
Height: 3’3”
Depth: 2’2”
Arm Height: 2'2"
Seat Height: 1'4"