Superb Early 19th C American Sheraton Massachusetts Mahogany Sofa. This Is A Lovely Sofa With A Square Back With Downswept Wings Joining Reeded & Inlaid Arm Supports, Centering A Loose Cusion Seat Raised On Balloon - Turned And Reeded Front Legs. Height: 37'', Length: 78'', Depth: 25'' PROVENANCE: ACCORDING TO FAMILY ORAL TRADITION this lovely sofa was purchased in 1835 by Linus Carpenter of Foxboro, Massachusetts from a young Harvard Law student named Warren, a relative of General Joseph Warren. It has been the property of the Arts of The Americans furniture collection - at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, for many years. Recently acquired from this Massachusetts institution for inventory. Circa: 1800-1815 Excellent Condition Price: $19,000.
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