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Fri, Jul 11, 2014 06:30PM EDT - Sun, Jul 13, 2014 06:30PM EDT
Lot 290

Rare Virginia Federal Mahogany Sofa

Estimate: $5,000 - $10,000

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$100 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
probably Eastern Virginia, early 19th century, reeded tablet back, scrolled arms, turned and reeded arm supports and legs, probably original brass casters, upholstered overall in fine yellow silk damask, 34-1/2 x 77-1/2 x 30 in., refinished, scattered breaks to arm and arm supports, scattered veneer patches and losses, minor sun fading, not examined under upholstery. Provenance: Couey Collection, sold Brunk Auctions, 2007; Private Collection, Virginia

Condition

refinished, scattered breaks to arm and arm supports, scattered veneer patches and losses, minor sun fading, not examined under upholstery