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A captivating testament to old-world romance, this petite Victorian-era mahogany settee pairs dramatic grandeur with a delightfully intimate scale. Every …
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A captivating testament to old-world romance, this petite Victorian-era mahogany settee pairs dramatic grandeur with a delightfully intimate scale. Every line tells a story, from the deeply scrolled, hand-carved crown crest down to the fluid cabriole legs terminating in fiercely rendered ball-and-claw feet. The true artistry lies in the exquisite, openwork side panels, where delicate foliate cutouts invite the light to play through the frame, creating an airy, sculptural silhouette. Cloaked in a shimmering, neutral cream-and-gold striped silk-blend ticking and tailored with refined gimp trim, this seat effortlessly bridges the stately poise of traditional English interiors with the whimsical charm of a French salon. An evocative, romantic visual anchor, it arrives perfectly scaled to breathe history and eclectic soul into a sun-drenched entryway, bedroom alcove, or a curated collector's parlor.
Crafted from solid wood with a rich, glossy dark walnut finish, the commanding backrest stands out with three sculpted vasiform splats featuring intricate floral and vine relief carvings. The sweeping camelback top rail is anchored by a beautifully detailed central scallop shell motif. The padded seat cushion is tightly tailored in a premium gold and ivory striped satin damask textile, adding a luminous, reflective quality that brightens up a room. The bench is supported by graceful cabriole front legs decorated with matching shell-carved knees and terminating in smooth pad feet, perfectly balanced by sturdy, subtly raked square back legs. Ideal for a formal entryway layout, a sophisticated dressing suite, or an elegant end-of-bed accent piece.
Dimensions
• Overall Length: 48 inches
• Overall Height: 34 inches
• Overall Depth: 20 inches
• Seat Height: 19 inches
• Arm Height: 25.5 inches
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- Dimensions
- 48ʺW × 20ʺD × 34ʺH
- Styles
- Chippendale
- Queen Anne
- Number of Seats
- 2
- Seat Height
- 19.0 in
- Arm Height
- 25.5 in
- Period
- 1970s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Fabric
- Walnut
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- This vintage bench is in very good structural and cosmetic condition, remaining exceptionally stable, tight-jointed, and solid for immediate use. … moreThis vintage bench is in very good structural and cosmetic condition, remaining exceptionally stable, tight-jointed, and solid for immediate use. The striped satin upholstery is clean, taut, and beautifully preserved with no notable stains, rips, or sagging. The wood frame retains a high-gloss luster with a deep, even color. Minor cosmetic wear is present on the top rail in the form of slight surface finish wear, light rubbing, and small, superficial scuffs from gentle use over time. less
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