Collection Highlights
Salver
1772-1773
1928.24
Silver
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Luce Center
1 Sofa of a pair
Object name
1 Sofa of a pair
Date
1850-1860
Medium
Rosewood, textile
Dimensions
Overall: 40 3/4 x 72 x 33 in. ( 103.5 x 182.9 x 83.8 cm )
Description
Rosewood Rococo Revival sofa with original yellow silk damask upholstery; triple back with horizontal oval centerpiece flanked by a vertical oval on either side, each section with molded border and carved crest piece; molded arms with upholstery pads; molded and carved seat rail; four cabriole legs in front and two rounded legs with serpentine profile in rear, all with casters.
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. A. Fitzroy Anderson (Cornelia Gallatin)
Object Number
1954.208b
Gallery Label
According to the accession records, this sofa was used by Albert R. Gallatin, grandfather of the donor, in his home on 17th Street in New York City.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.