AN IMPRESSIVE EMPIRE FLAME MAHOGANY "EGYPTIAN" CANAPÉ, PARIS, CIRCA 1800, with a long flat rectangular molded crest rail above a recessed panel frieze, continuing to closed sides and ending with large nicely carved seated sphinx figures, on a matching base and raised on a conforming plinth, enclosing a padded back and conforming seat cushion covered in a modern Egyptian hieroglyphic style red on black upholstery, verso remnants of two old hand inscribed paper inventory labels. Height: 41 3/4" Width: 8' 6" Depth: 29 1/8"

Normal scuff marks, scratches, dings, old repairs, restorations, some small veneer chips, edge wear, liquid residue markings along base of plinth, and expected surface buildup in crevices throughout, upholstery is lightly used. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS.”