A Continental carved giltwood canapé, 19th century, of rococo design, the frame with densely scrolling floral and foliate motifs, raised on squat cabriole supports with mask detail, upholstered in floral silk damask, 210cm wide 115cm deep 133cm high Condition report: Areas of restoration and repair throughout. Re-gilded. Some areas of gold paint. Chips, knocks, rubbing and losses to gilding. Splits, knocks, losses and repair to frame. The grotesque mask to the centre of the rail appears to have been repaired or refigured, and there is a disparity in quality. Central stretcher and extra leg added beneath. Traces of worm. A stain to the left of the seat. A tear/ slice to the top left of the back. Joints solid. Springs good.