NINE-PIECE LOUIS XV STYLE CARVED AND PARCEL GILT, AUBUSSON TAPESTRY-UPHOLSTERED SALON SUITE.Mid-19th century. Originally part of a larger suite designed for a grand salon. Including three-seat, open-arm canape; and eight fauteuils a la reine. Each piece has frame with serpentine crest having low-relief leaf carving; carved handholds and uprights; padded arm rests; cabriole legs; shell, c-scroll and floral carving throughout; back panels and seats covered in antique Aubusson tapestry upholstery with brass nail-head trim. The canape constructed with four front legs, and three back legs. - canape, 47 in. x 76 in. x 29 in. ; fauteuil, 41 in. x 29 in. x 22 1/2 in. Estimate $9,000-12,000
Frames in good condition; tapestry of back panels in fair to good condition; tapestry covering seats in poor condition, exhibiting extensive shredding.
