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This sofa very closely resembles an example illustrated in Bruce J. Talbert's book of designs Examples of Ancient & Modern Furniture, 1876, in his 'Old English' interior (J. Cooper, Victorian and Edwardian Furniture, London, 1987, fig. 205).
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Overall in good, sound condition and ready to place. With typical scattered light nicks, faint marks and scratches consistent with age and use. With some minor rubbing to the parcel-gilt decoration. The upholstery replaced, with very light staining and faint rubbing to the velvet consistent with use, with a few minor abrasions not readily visible. With printed and inscribed Ann and Gordon Getty Collection inventory label.
34 1/2 in. high, overall 15 1/2 in. high, the seat 69 in. wide, overall 62 in. wide, the seat 30 in. deep, overall 24 in. deep, the seat
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Lot 255Sale 21107
Sofa, circa 1875ATTRIBUTED TO BRUCE J. TALBERT (1838-1881)Estimate: USD 1,500 - 2,500
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