Sofa (one of a pair)

1850–1860

Place madeNew York, New York, United States, North America

Rosewood, oak, textile

Overall: 36 in. × 44 in. × 6 ft. 11 in. (91.4 × 111.8 × 210.8 cm)

Bequest of Mary MacKaye Greenwood

1969.9a

According to the donor, this piece is from a parlor suite made for her grandfather, Isaac John Greenwood I (1795-1865), a New York City resident. It then passed to Isaac John Greenwood II (1833-1911) and was inherited by the donor.

DescriptionLaminated rosewood "Henry Clay pattern" Rococo Revival sofa with beige corded velvet upholstery (not original); upholstered back with three carved crests with fruit and floral motifs above a border of double-scroll molding; serpentine front seat rail with floral carving at center; cabriole front legs with floral carving on knees and casters.

ClassificationsFURNITURE