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19th Century Rococo-Style Gilt Settee or Bench

About the Item

This is a charming mid-19th century carved Italian or Spanish gilt wood settee or bench. The bench features shell carved cabriole legs ending in snail-form feet. The scrolling seat frame is centered by a carved gilt wood medallion. The serpentine seat crest features a center carved cartouche. In addition to the bench's unique frame, it is upholstered in the highest quality Italian wool damask chenille in a pattern reminiscent of William Morris designs. The exquisite vintage upholstery is in overall very good condition with minor indications of use. This bench could incorporate into a multitude of design aesthetics as it has that high-energy eye-catching presence.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 39 in (99.06 cm)Width: 55 in (139.7 cm)Depth: 22 in (55.88 cm)Seat Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)
  • Style:
    Rococo Revival (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1860-1870
  • Condition:
    Reupholstered. The settee is in overall very good condition. The frame appears to be all original with very minor touch-ups to the gilt wood. The upholstery is vintage and of very high quality and condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Pasadena, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: mjhdesignarts.08.07.221stDibs: LU2519330065802
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