Antique English Victorian Walnut Upholstered Couch Sofa Settee (Circa 1860). This is a stunning quality antique English Victorian walnut two-seat couch, circa 1860, with a fantastic quality carved frame, which has been newly upholstered, and is in excellent condition. William & Morris inspired silver & grey brocade upholstery. Oval shaped framed upholstered back. Bow fronted sprung seat. Carved central floral pediment. Profuse floral carvings to frame. Turned & carved arms and front legs. Original polish & patination. The couch has been newly upholstered in top quality William & Morris inspired silver & grey brocade upholstery, with a fine leaf pattern, finished with a fine quality matching braiding to the frame. The couch is constructed of solid walnut and boasts a stunning quality frame displaying profuse carvings throughout. The back consists of an upholstered oval frame with a central foliate pediment, above carved ribbon moulding, flanked by floral block cartouches, secured to the arms with foliate carved supports below. The arms are elegantly curved and boast further carved ribbon moulding along each top rail. The arms terminate in floral cartouches atop turned and carved supports. The couch benefits from a sprung bow fronted seat; the seat is firm but comfortable; you do not sink into the seat. The underside is finished with traditional hessian backing. Below the seat, the couch displays a carved ribbon moulded frieze. The couch is raised on turned tapering reeded legs at the front, decorated with floral cartouches, with splayed legs to the rear, with the original brass studded collars and castors. This is a strong and sturdy couch; which is noticeable by the weight of the item; it is extremely heavy to lift! This couch features a stunning rich brown walnut colour to the frame. As it boasts the original polish it has a fantastic colour and patination; this can only be achieved through age and years of care and cleaning it has received. It is impossible to re-create this colour if it has been re-polished. This couch would look superb in a variety of rooms from the hallway to the living room. The couch would certainly grace any home and is a great investment as it is extremely functional. So dont miss out on your chance to own a lovely piece of furniture. This couch is in excellent condition. Nominal old use marks to the leading edges of the walnut frame but nothing significant considering the age of the item. Therefore the upholstery is new and in excellent condition (its clean with no signs of wear and tear or damage). The seat is firmly sprung, but at the same time, is extremely comfortable. The underside has also been newly upholstered in traditional hessian. As the couch boasts the original polish it has a fantastic colour and patination. This colour can only be achieved through age and years of care and cleaning it has received. The back and arms are also in good condition with no loose joints, and no missing carvings. This couch is well constructed, solid in joint and is ready to use. Height = 102.2cm or 40¼ or 3ft 4¼ Width = 170.5cm or 67 or 5ft 7 Depth = 58cm or 22 or 1ft 10 Seat Height = 42.5cm or 16¾ or 1ft 4¾ Seat Width = 137.5cm or 54 or 4ft 6 Seat Depth = 81.5cm or 32 or 2ft 8 Arm Height = 60cm or 23 or 1ft 11 Back Height = 64cm or 25¼ or 2ft 1¼. All items are professionally packaged and fully insured in transit, therefore, we can assure you, your items will be securely protected in transit and arrive safely with you. Before placing your order(s) please make sure this is the item for you. Delisting & Sale Cancellation. CINOA is the world association of Art & Antique dealer associations. All LAPADA & CINOA members abide by their strict code of practice by adhering to reputable standards of quality, expertise and integrity. Yolanda Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 40 years. Yolanda Gray has a special interest in Colonial furniture, specifically Colonial Four Poster Beds. Yolanda Gray also provides a variety of fine English Antique Furniture, Art and Fabrics to clients in the UK, Europe and further afield. The item “Antique English Victorian Walnut Upholstered Couch Sofa Settee (Circa 1860)” is in sale since Wednesday, June 13, 2018. This item is in the category “Antiques\Antique Furniture\Sofas/Chaises\Victorian (1837-1901)”. The seller is “yolandagrayantiques” and is located in Tarporley, Cheshire. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Provenance: England, United Kingdom
- UK Returns Poicy: Free 14 days UK Returns Period
- Dimensions: Height: 3ft 4¼, Width: 5ft 7, Depth: 1ft 10
- Period: Victorian
- Style: Victorian
- Material: Walnut
- Original/Reproduction: Original
- Product Type: Victorian Walnut Upholstered Couch
- Age: Circa 1860
