A suite of German Empire gilt bronze mounted mahogany set of seat furniture, probably designed by Leo von Klenze and attributed to Melchior Frank, circa 1840 | Suite de mobilier en acajou et bronze doré, de la période de l'Empire Allemand...

A suite of German Empire gilt bronze mounted mahogany set of seat furniture, probably designed by Leo von Klenze and attributed to Melchior Frank, circa 1840

comprising a sofa, two armchairs and four chairs, covered with yellow damash, the belt and the upper part of the backrest decorated with an ormolu frieze depicting the triumph of Alexander

Height 37¾in; width 68¾in; prof 29½in: Height 37½in; Haut. 96 cm, larg. 175 cm, prof. 75 cm; Haut. 95 cm

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Suite de mobilier en acajou et bronze doré, de la période de l'Empire Allemand, probablement dessiné par Leo von Klenze et attribué à Melchior Frank, vers 1840

ensemble comprenant une banquette, deux fauteuils et quatre chaises, reposant sur des pieds en sabre, avec des sabots en bronze doré, la ceinture ainsi que la partie supérieure du dossier orné d'une frise en bronze doré représentant le triomphe d'Alexandre, garniture de damas jaune

Condition Report:
The illustrations are accurate. Good overall condition despite the inevitable minor dents and scratches due to age and use. The gilding of the mounts is worn on exposed areas revealing the red of the copper, The upholstery is in good condition. The seat rail of the sofa has been reinforced with an additional rail only visible when the sofa is flipped. Some sides are sun-faded.

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