Grandmothers parlor furniture for Starkey’s Restaurant and Hotel in Florence, Alabama from 1940-1976. Location of purchase unknown.
Bessie Pearl (Underwood) Starkey, Grandmother. Florence Alabama. Multiple parlor sets purchased for home, restaurant and Hotel around 1940.
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Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
An American Victorian carved walnut sofa
mid 19th Century
The shaped rail centering a carved and pierced element, the three-seat frame with lion or dragon-carved arm terminals and heavily carved rails, all on short feet.
(DIMENSIONS)
CONDITION: appears to be in good condition
PROVENANCE: previously acquired for Starkey's Restaurant and Hotel in Florence, Alabama
$400-600*
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