Northern Italian Giltwood Tete-a-Tete, fourth quarter 19th century, in the rococo taste, the serpentine base with carved stretchers joining cabriole legs terminating in masques, and pierced shells ornamenting the skirt, one dolphin arm supports each back, one with a masque crest and the other with a shell, h. 30", w. 45-3/4", d. 19".

The frame is sturdy with no evidence of damage or repairs. There is some flaking to the gilded surface with wear to the crests, arm rests and feet areas. The seat fabric is worn.