$4,500
H 31.25 in W 80 in D 35 in
Antique Duncan Phyfe Style Mahogany Sofa Reupholstered in White Silk
Located in Chicago, IL
Patterned Silk Blend Upholstery This exquisite antique Duncan Phyfe style parlor sofa showcases intricate
Silk, Upholstery, Mahogany
19th Century Spanish Silk Sofa
Located in Faversham, GB
scrolling arms is decorated with a gilded double volute form. The sofa is completed in silk and decorative
Silk, Birch, Oak, Giltwood
$16,181 / set
H 35.04 in W 78.35 in D 38.59 in
COMFORTABLE PAIR OF HOWARD & SON'S STYLE SiLK BLEND FLORAL UPHOLSTEREED SOFAS
By Howard and Sons
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Floral Silk blend upholstered three seat Howard & Son's style sofas Please note the delivery fee listed
Silk, Hardwood
$4,950
H 43 in W 60 in D 32 in
Antique 19th Century French Aubusson Tapestry Rococo Gilt Sofa Loveseat
Located in New York, NY
Antique 19th Century French Aubusson Tapestry Gilt Sofa Loveseat in excellent condition. There is
Wool, Silk, Wood
$10,577 / item
H 35.83 in W 64.97 in D 39.38 in
Hand Tailored Fringes 2-Seat Sofa in Antique Pink Velvet
By Munna Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
the USA. Upholstery with upholster straps. Fabric: Cotton velvet, ref. Antique pink Silk fringes
Velvet, Wood, Silk, Trimming
$11,200Sale Price|20% Off
H 34.65 in W 66.93 in D 26.38 in
18th Century Dutch Rosewood and Fruitwood Marquetry Sofa
Located in CABA, AR
skills continue to captivate admirers centuries later. Moreover, acquiring an antique Dutch sofa can be
Silk, Fruitwood, Rosewood
$24,745
H 42 in W 79.5 in D 24.75 in
Pair of 19th C. Italian Gilt Wood and Paint Decorated Sofas with Scroll Arms
Located in Kent, CT
, rose and gold silk. The frames are in excellent antique condition for their age; there is some surface
Silk, Wood, Giltwood, Paint
Directoire canapé sofa, 18th century, Tassinari & Chatel silk
By Tassinari, Georges Jacob
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
antique upholstery and had our canapé covered with a fine Directoire champagne-colored striped silk fabric
Silk, Wood
$40,454 / set
H 37.6 in W 83.08 in D 31.11 in
Versace Silk Velvet Upholstered Giltwood Italian Sofa & Pair of Armchairs Suite
By Gianni Versace
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
with silk velvet, Giltwood framed sofa and pair of armchairs suite. A truly stunning and exquisitely
Upholstery, Giltwood
A Fine Antique Rare & Important Louis XVI Gilt Wood sofa, ca.1790
Located in New York, NY
A spectacular & highly important Antique French Louis XVI carved gilt wood sofa of exquisite
Silk
Antique Pink Chinoiserie Silk Antique Carved Sofa Couch or Daybed
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
An exquisite light pink silk sofa with hand-carved wood decoration. This piece will be perfect in a
Silk, Wood
Antique American Empire Mahogany Red Silk Sofa Bench New York 1820s
Located in West Hartford, CT
Antique 19th century empire sofa made of solid mahogany with scroll arms and carved lion paws with
Silk, Mahogany
Sold
H 28.35 in W 51.19 in D 29.93 in
Antique Asthetic Movement Two Seater Sofa in Damask Printed Silk
Located in London, GB
A pretty antique aesthetic movement two seater sofa recently upholstered in a gold Damask print
Wood
Antique 1840s, Swedish Biedermeier Sofa
Located in Dallas, TX
Important period Swedish Biedermeier "L" shaped sofa, large size, maple and walnut, with silk
Silk, Maple, Walnut
19th Century Louis XV Style Sofa in Silk
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
) Width: 136cm (53.5in) Depth: 75cm (29.5in) This great quality 2 seater sofa is in good antique
Silk, Beech
Antique French Louis XV Style Caned Settee Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Carved Wood, Original Wicker, New Silk Upholstery with Down Feather Style: French Louis
Silk, Wicker, Wood, Feathers
19th Century Louis XVI Style Ornate Giltwood Sofa
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This exquisite Louis XVI style giltwood sofa, or “canapé,” epitomizes the refinement and artistry
Tapestry, Giltwood, Wool, Silk
Transitisonal Painted Canape en Corbeille, c. 1760
Located in Atlanta, GA
more Sofas & Canapes, along with many other fine antiques, please visit our website at: www
Silk
Sold
H 35.04 in W 84.26 in L 35.04 in
Superb Antique William IV Mahogany Sofa Settee Silk, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This superb William IV sofa is of fine quality and elegant form. It comprises of a mahogany
Silk, Mahogany
Sold
H 36.5 in W 28 in D 80 in
Antique American Empire Federal Mahogany Scalamandre Parlor Settee Sofa Couch
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Victorian parlor settee or sofa. Made of mahogany featuring rolled arms and blue silk
Silk, Mahogany
Sold
H 14.97 in Dm 14.97 in
PAIR OF DECORATIVE FOLDED SILK ROUND CHESTERFIELD TUFTED SOFA ARMCHAIR CUSHIONs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
sofa or armchair cushions in Green Silk which has been folded then sealed with one large Chesterfield
Fabric
Sold
H 37 in W 89 in D 29.5 in
Antique Biedermeier Revival Sofa Upolstered in Jim Thompson Silk Velvet
Located in Atlanta, GA
This antique sofa or canape has been completely restored down to the springs and newly upholstered
Custom Upholstered Sofa in Striped Silk Fabric by Scalamandre
By Henredon
Located in Pembroke, MA
Salon sofa by Scalamandre by Henredon, and custom upholstered by Scalamandre in silk Simbolo stripe
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Needlepoint and Petit Point Sofa Loveseat
Located in New York, NY
Antique 19th Century Needlepoint and Petit Point sofa. Sofa is in excellent condition. Needlepoint
Wool, Silk, Wood
Sold
H 47.75 in W 106 in D 34 in
Italian Venetian Carved Walnut Sofa, Correctly Restored c1700's Todd Hase Silk
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Antique original 106" 18th century northern Italian sofa. Expertly constructed with hand-carved
Upholstery, Walnut
Sold
H 29 in W 87 in D 33.5 in
Antique French Louis XVI Walnut 3 Seat Silk Upholstered Settee Sofa Couch
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Louis XVI style three seat upholstered sofa or couch. Features a naturally distressed and
Silk, Walnut
French Louis XV Style Giltwood Antique Settee Sofa in Blue Silk
Located in Shippensburg, PA
acanthus as they curve into the cabriole legs. It is a comfortable settee with a very attractive blue silk
Damask, Silk
Beautiful Antique Aubusson Sofa Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful late 19th century Aubusson tapestry originally for back of the sofa, but can be use
Silk
19th Century Antique Italian Baroque Walnut Sofa
Located in Dallas, TX
walnut sofa was sculpted with elegant lines from fine walnut then completed with serviceable silk
Silk, Walnut
Antique French Walnut Louis XVI Canape, Sofa
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French walnut Louis XVI canapé, sofa is part of an exquisite salon set which includes the
Silk, Walnut
Sold
H 34 in W 29 in D 68 in
Antique Sheraton Revival Mahogany Parlor Settee Sofa Love Seat Bench Federal
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Sheraton style bow back parlor sofa or settee. Made of mahogany featuring an arched back
Silk, Mahogany
Antique French Painted Louis Xvi-style Grey Silk Velvet Sofa.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French painted Louis XVI-style grey silk velvet sofa. Circa 1870
Silk, Velvet
French Antique Style Louis XV Sofa Three Seater Settee Red Silk Stunning
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
A fabulous French three-seat gilded sofa, with flower head carved decoration, standing on five
Antique French Louis XVI Settee
Located in Corona Del Mar, CA
Antique French settee reupholstered in cream silk
Wood, Silk, Upholstery
Venetian walnut sofa
Located in Dallas, TX
Venetian camel back and scrolled arm sofa with carved foliate designs, upholstered in antique silk
Wood, Silk, Upholstery
Ormolu Mounted Settee Loveseat Couch
Located in Stamford, CT
Offered here is a French upholstered loveseat settee or couch with decorative brass ormolu griffins
Brass
$18,450
H 93 in W 65.63 in D 88 in
A French Louis XIX/XV Style Giltwood Carved Figural Queen-Size Bed with Cherubs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A French Louis XIX/XV Style Giltwood Carved 'Baroque Revival' Figural Queen-Size Bed with Cherubs. The tall ornately pierced carved headboard, crowned with an allegorical pair of che...
Silk, Giltwood
$3,978
H 25.4 in W 48.43 in D 43.71 in
STUNNiNG ANTIQUE VICTORIAN "TETE A TETE" CONVERSATION SOFA WITH EBONISED FRAME
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale lovely Victorian Aesthetic Movement “Tete a Tete” Conversation couch Please note the delivery fee listed is...
Velvet, Hardwood
$7,200 / set
H 1 in Dm 10.38 in
12 Coalport for Tiffany 1899 Gold, Ivory and Cobalt Blue Dinner Plates
By Coalport for Tiffany
Located in Great Barrington, MA
A set of 12 rare Coalport, made for Tiffany and Co. dinner plates featuring six alternating reserves of two colors of cobalt blue enamel with profuse raised paste gold overlay. The p...
Porcelain
$21,739
H 106.3 in W 118.12 in D 157.49 in
French Style Wrought Iron Greenhouse with Door and Windows in White Color
Located in Marbella, ES
French style wrought iron greenhouse with doors and windows that open outwards. Ready for glass panels to be installed.
Iron
$21,122 / set
H 1.19 in Dm 10.44 in
Unique Dinner Service Set by Raynaud & Co. Limoges, Dorure Polie à l'Agate
Located in Delft, NL
Unique dinner service set by Raynaud & Co. Limoges, Dorure polie à l'Agate Large dinner service set by Raynaud & Co. Limoges, 1960s Raynaud established in 1849, France A beautif...
Porcelain
$16,653
H 76.78 in W 150.01 in D 86.62 in
Large Neo-Classical Solid Oak Bed painted with Gilt Work & Cherubs, France, 1880
Located in London, Park Royal
Handcrafted in solid oak in France circa 1880, this remarkable Neo-Classical bed was commissioned for a member of European royalty. It was also featured in a film during the mid-20th...
Wood
$5,000
H 33.5 in W 35.75 in D 22.75 in
Finnegan’s of London Exquisite Mahogany Dressing Table with Accessories
By Finnigans, London 1
Located in Milford, NH
A fine example of a Finnegan’s of London exquisite dressing table in solid mahogany and mahogany veneer. The fold out table supports a three mirror back and folding sides. This opens...
Sterling Silver
$20,000
H 100 in W 97 in D 19.25 in
Antique English Mahogany Chippendale Breakfront Bookcase, Circa 1890.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English mahogany Chippendale breakfront bookcase, circa 1890.
Mahogany, Glass
$3,371
H 70.87 in W 85.44 in D 21.26 in
Exceptional Large Gothic English Victorian Burr Walnut Dressing Table Vanity
Located in Leicester, GB
An exceptional large vanity with six drawers, two cabinets and triple dressing mirrors. Circa 1900's. Made in England to the highest quality with fully panelled wooden back mirrors, ...
Mahogany, Walnut
Pair of Italian Rococo Walnut Salon Sofas
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of large-scale Italian Rococo salon sofas carved in walnut. Each sofa features a continuous serpentine crest rail with symmetrical rocaille carving centered by a shell motif. Sc...
Walnut
Neo Renaissance Bookcase
Located in Pompano Beach, FL
Manufactured in the southeastern part of the old Austro-Hungarian Empire, private estate Romania. Veneer restored and repolished. First used by Count Zelenski, Neudorf (Romania) unti...
$2,450Sale Price|47% Off
H 30 in W 34.5 in D 50 in
Antique Quartersawn Oak French Renaissance Revival Dining Table Library Desk
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique 19th Century Figural French Renaissance Revival / Elizabethan style Dining or Library Table. A rectangular form made from oak with a quartersawn top. Features a thick gadroon...
Oak
$19,450Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 39.25 in W 29.5 in D 29.5 in
Pair of French Louis XVI Style Belle Époque Bergère Attributed to Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine and rare pair of French 19th-20th century "Belle Époque" Louis XVI style mahogany and ormolu-mounted bergéres armchairs, each with an arched-back gilt bronze-mounted fram...
Ormolu
Large Conversation Settee - Canapé à confident - Sofa
Located in Paris, FR
Very unusual and large conversation settee - canapé à confident. Carved gilt-wood and velvet fabric, circa 1880.
Velvet, Wood
An impressive sissoo wood Anglo-Indian four poster bed
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
An impressive sissoo wood Anglo-Indian four poster bed, of rectangular form with a central openwork cresting, and splat, showing a naïve carving of the Coat of Arms of Great Britain,...
Wood
French Late 18th Century Louis XVI Style Settee
Located in Louisville, KY
What interesting secrets this settee must possess. Imagine this piece in a bedroom of an historic French chateau in the countryside. Petite, yet bold in character from the design to ...
Brass
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