This is a good quality antique English Victorian brown upholstered mahogany chaise longue, circa 1880, which would benefit from being re-upholstered.
Summary
• Circa 1880
• Period Victorian
• Provenance England
• Wood Mahogany
• Transitional design
• Attractive upswept carved left-hand arm
• Brown floral silk upholstery
• Ideal re-upholstery project
• Stuff-over seat design
• Sweeping shaped backrest
• Moulded frieze
• Baluster legs
• Original brass cup castors
• Original polish
• Good quality carvings
• Solid in joint
• Free 14 days UK returns policy
This is a good quality antique English Victorian brown upholstered mahogany chaise longue, circa 1880, which would benefit from being re-upholstered. The chaise boasts (when facing) a left-hand raised sweeping carved arm. The moulded back frame sweeps down, finishing near the level of the stuff-over seat. The front of the chaise has a straight moulded frieze. The chaise is currently upholstered in brown floral silk upholstery, which would benefit from being re-upholstered, and therefore it would make an ideal upholstery project! The chaise stands on its original baluster shaped mahogany legs and boasts the original brass castors. The frame and legs are constructed of mahogany. The up-swept arms and backrest are solid in joint.
This chaise features a mellow brown mahogany colour. 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 item would look superb in a variety of rooms, especially the living room or bedroom. The item would certainly grace any home or office and a great investment, as it is extremely functional. So don’t miss out your chance to own a lovely piece of furniture.
This item would look great in the living room, hallway or bedroom of any house. This item would compliment any home so don’t miss out your chance to own a lovely piece of furniture.
Dimensions
External height = 85cm or 33½” or 2ft 9½”
External width = 174cm or 68½” or 5ft 8½”
External depth = 62cm or 24½” or 2ft ½”
Seat height = 40cm or 15¾” or 1ft 3¾”
Seat width = 138cm or 54⅜” or 4ft 6⅜”
Seat depth = 49.5cm or 19½” or 1ft 7½”
Condition Report
The chaise longue frame is in good original condition. Nominal old use marks to the leading edges and frame but nothing significant considering the age of the item. There are no missing carvings to the frame. The chaise is being sold for re-upholstery it would therefore benefit from being re-upholstered, as the existing upholstery is tired. The advertised price reflects the fact that it is being sold for-upholstery and its current condition. The four original mahogany legs stand firm on the floor and the chaise does not wobble. The brass cup castors are original. The chaise is solid in joint and is ready to use.