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Large nineteenth century rosewood sofa,

circa 1830,

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Large nineteenth century rosewood sofa,

circa 1830,

the frame carved in deep relief with scrolls of acanthus supported by four tapered legs with concealed brass castors, upholstered in pink brocade.

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Dimensions: 71cm (28") High, 239cm (94") Wide, 92cm (36¼") Deep
Stock code: 78072
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