A North Italian Rococo parcel-gilt, polychrome-decorated and carved sofa probably Genoa, Mid-18th Century

Christie's New York, October 23, 2003, lot 518

With scattered age and construction cracks, dents and abrasions. Carving with minor losses and abrasions at extremities. Seat rerailed. Gesso with fine cracks and small losses. Gilding refreshed and with some losses and rubbing. Paint with some losses and rubbing; not extensive. With old worm damage and some glue residue to underside at joints. In good condition.
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