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Jul 22, 2025
FEDERAL MAHOGANY AND FLAME BIRCH VENEER SOFA
North Shore of Massachusetts or Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Circa 1800-1810
Flame birch veneer panels on the arching crest rail and both the inside and outside of the sloping arms. Reeded baluster arm supports continuous with the outer legs, interrupted by a block inlaid with bird's-eye maple veneer panels. Reeded baluster legs fitted with casters. Green striated upholstery with brass tacks. Over-upholstered rail.
Back height 33". Seat height 14" to rail, 18" including cushion. Length 77". Depth 24".
Provenance:
Christie's.
The Collection of Martha Hamilton.
Both arms have old repairs that have separated and will need repair. Both arm surfaces with some re-glue to the top. Professional re-glue to the back legs. Upholstery is good, several brass studs missing.
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