Napoleon III Walnut Prie-Dieu

third quarter 19th century, in the Rococo Revival taste, the tall back with a padded armrest over a carved support depicting a winged angel masque over a Bible, cross and devotional symbols, the low serpentine cushion on cabriole legs, now upholstered in crimson cut velvet.
h. 35"

Provenance: The Estate of Frank Fasullo, New Orleans, Louisiana.

The dark, old, presumably original surface with normal marks, shrinkage and wear. The legs/feet tight and the back stile joint exhibits normal movement. The upholstery in good condition with some wear and snags to the fabric.