REGENCY EBONIZED AND PARCEL-GILT DECORATED SETTEE,early 19th century, with gold damask upholstery. Box-form, with loose back and seat cushions; scrolling hand-holds; exposed seat rail; saber legs; the whole with gilt scrolling embellishments and fret decorations - 34 in. x 79 in. x 30 in. Estimate $700-1,000
PROVENANCE: Estate of Hannah Greeley Kaiser, Washington, DC
Poor condition with apparent novice paint and restorations throughout. Wear to finish on hand-holds from use. Loss of contrasting gilt embellishments on scrolling hand-holds seat-rail and saber legs. Broken and detached back leg support. Upholstery is soiled and frayed in some areas.
