Summary:
• Circa: 1860
• Period: 2nd Empire
• Style: Louis XVI
• Provenance: France
• Wood: Solid walnut frames
• 1 Couch
• 2 Armchairs
• Newly upholstered
• Pale gold silk & cotton brocade upholstery
• Firm sprung seats
• Stunning carved cartouches & floral frames
• Serpentine styling
• Scroll arms
• Shaped shield back
• Cabriole legs
• Original brass & ceramic castors
• Excellent condition
• Solid in joint
• Free delivery to England, Wales & southern Scotland*
• Free 14 days UK returns policy
Description:
Here is a rare and stunning quality stunning example of an antique French Louis XVI style carved walnut three piece upholstered suite, which has been newly upholstered, circa 1860, from the 2nd Empire period, in excellent condition. The suite consists of a pair of armchairs and one large two-seat couch. The suite is constructed of solid walnut and features stunning quality carved floral cartouches, acanthus leaves and a floral frame, which terminates on cabriole legs all round and incorporates the original small brass and ceramic castors to the front legs. The suite has been newly upholstered in top quality luxurious silk & cotton brocade upholstery, in a pale gold colour. The armchairs feature scroll arms; shield backs, shaped sides and a serpentine front. The back rail features stunning floral carvings to the centre of the pediment and the frames are carved with acanthus leaves. The base of the suite is firmly sprung so that you do not sink into the seats but at the same time they are extremely comfortable sit on. The undersides are upholstered with the original webbing.
This suite would look superb in a variety of rooms from the bedroom, living room, and dining room to the conservatory. This suite would certainly grace any home and is a great investment as it is extremely functional. So don’t miss out on your chance to own a lovely set of furniture.
This suite boasts a rich mid brown walnut colour. As it boasts the original polish, it has a fantastic colour and patination this can only be achieved through age and the years of care and cleaning it has received.
Condition Report:
This three-piece suite is in good condition. The suite has been newly upholstered in top quality luxurious silk & cotton brocade upholstery; therefore the upholstery is in excellent condition (it’s clean and no signs of wear or tear and damage). The seats are firmly strung but are also extremely comfortable to sit on. The undersides are upholstered with the original webbing. The front legs feature the original castors (please note, the back legs were not designed to have castors). The carved frames and arms are also in excellent condition with no lose joints, and no missing carvings to the frames. This suite is solid in joint overall and is ready to use.
Armchair Dimensions:
External Height = 107.4cm or 42¼” or 3ft 6¼”
External Width = 65.3cm or 25¾” or 2ft 1¾”
External Depth = 61.5cm or 24¼” or 2ft ¼”
Seat Height = 49cm or 19¼” or 1ft 7¼”
Seat Width = 55cm or 21⅝” or 1ft 9⅝”
Seat Depth = 53cm or 20⅞” or 1ft 8⅞”
Arm Height = 64.5cm or 25⅜” or 2ft 1⅜”
Back Height = 60.5cm or 23⅞” or 1ft 11⅞”
Couch Dimensions:
External Height = 114.5cm or 45” or 3ft 9”
External Width = 141cm or 55½” or 4ft 7½”
External Depth = 74cm or 29⅛” or 2ft 5⅛”
Seat Height = 45.5cm or 17⅞” or 1ft 5⅞”
Seat Width = 130cm or 51⅛” or 4ft 3⅛”
Seat Depth = 60.5cm or 23⅞” or 1ft 11⅞
Arm Height = 65.5cm or 25¾ or 2ft 1¾”
Back Height = 64cm or 25¼” or 2ft 1¼”
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French Suite 59