Etienne-Henri Martin, Sofa, Wood, Silk, France, 1950s
By Etienne-Henri Martin
Located in High Point, NC
A beige-lacquered wood and beige Japanese floral printed silk sofa, model SK 250, designed by
Silk, Wood
$3,360Sale Price|20% Off
Taylor King French Damask Silk Down Filled 3 Seat Rolled High Arm Sofa Couch 91"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Taylor King three seat sofa or couch featuring a down filled silk Damask fabric with
Upholstery, Hardwood, Down
Pair of French Hand Carved & Painted Silk Sofas. Signed Carpentier. Circa 1780
By Louis-Charles Carpentier
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of French carved wood and painted sofas with floral silk upholstery, carved floral skirt, and
Paint, Silk, Upholstery, Wood
$5,696Sale Price|20% Off
Three Seater Pierre Cardin Modular Sofa in black lacquer and silk, France 1970s
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Renens, CH
frame with brass inserts. Original pure silk upholstery with a gold floral pattern.
Brass
$20,000 / set
Pair of Mohair and Silk Striped Sofa's
Located in Spencertown, NY
The upholstery with studs, gimp and fringe, with velvet back and sides.
Mohair, Silk
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
19th Century Louis XVI Style Giltwood Sofa, Hand-Carved Elm, France
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This exquisite 19th century French sofa epitomizes the timeless elegance of Louis XVI-inspired
Damask, Silk, Giltwood, Elm
Fancy Louis XVI Giltwood Sofa Loveseat with New Silk Upholstery
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Louis XVI style sofa having carved gilded wood and beautiful new upholstery. The lovely frame
Upholstery, Giltwood
Important French Set Sofa, (2) Armchairs and a Table end 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Two Magnificent French Armchairs with respective Stools early 19th Century armchair measurements: H
Silk, Wood
Elegant 1930s Art Deco Mahogany Sofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This 1930s Art Deco sofa exemplifies the elegance of Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann's style, featuring a
Linen, Silk, Mahogany
Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt "Nohoga" Sofa, 2009
By Christian Liaigre, HOLLY HUNT
Located in Coronado, CA
This significantly proportioned and extremely rare "Nohoga" sofa was designed by Christian Liaigre
Cowhide, Silk, Oak
$8,354Sale Price / set|20% Off
Armchair and Sofa by Alain Delon for Maison Jansen
By Alain Delon, Maison Jansen
Located in Conversano, IT
This extraordinary set, composed of a sofa and an armchair, was born from the collaboration between
Silk
Art Deco Sofa Attributed to Maurice Dufrêne, 1930s
By Maurice Dufrêne
Located in Brussels, BE
Art Deco Sofa Attributed to Maurice Dufresne, 1930s
Silk, Wood
19th Century Louis XVI Painted Carved Wood & Newly Upholstered Sofa
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Elegant French Louis XVI sofa from a rare salon set newly upholstered in neutral linen. The sofa
Silk, Wood
$1,325Sale Price|25% Off
Late 19th Century French Canapé with Silk Upholstery
Located in Sofia, BG
19th century French canapé with silk upholstery, circa 1890.
Textile, Wood
French Green and Gold Boudoir Settee, Silk Love Seat A Stunning French Sofa
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
French Green and Gold Boudoir Settee, Silk Love Seat This Stunning French Sofa is in the Rococo
Silk
Vintage French Knole Style Silk Down Filled High Arm Loveseat Settee Sofa Couch
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage silk down filled loveseat / settee / sofa or couch featuring a formal tapered chaise lounge
Upholstery, Hardwood, Down
Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Silk Satin Sofa
Located in Puglia, Puglia
French sofa from the 19th century, Napoleon III period. The sofa has the original silk satin
Satin, Silk, Beech
Chinoiserie Living Room with Sofa and Armchairs, France, 1890
By Another Human
Located in Napoli, IT
Chinoiserie living room with sofa and two armchairs, France, 1890. The sofa and armchairs are
Silk, Wood
18th C. Louis XV Sofa Set with Armchairs, Hand-Carved Giltwood, Original Silk
Located in Madrid, ES
Three piece set, late 18th century French Louis XV canapé / sofa / settee with two matching
Silk, Giltwood
Louis XV Style Gilt Chaise Longues Lounge Sofa Gold Silk Upholstery
Located in West Hartford, CT
Elegant gilt chaise lounge with Scalamandre laurel wreath silk upholstery that is a couple of years
Fabric, Textile, Cotton, Silk, Wood, Giltwood
French Louis XV Painted Sofa and Two Fauteuils Parlor Set
Located in Hopewell, NJ
lovely sofa settee and two armchairs, all upholstered in a neutral pale yellow silk blend, found in St
Silk, Wood
Classic French Empire Curved Walnut Sofa With Dolphin Arms
Located in Southampton, NJ
A classic French Empire Style curved back settee with distinct Neoclassical design elements in the
Silk, Walnut
Louis XV Mahogany Carved Settee, Canape / Sofa, Floral Silk Upholstery
Located in Stamford, CT
Small Louis XV Mahogany Carved Settee / Sofa, Floral Silk Upholstery A simply stunning Louis XV
Wood
19th Century French Napoleon III Period Empire Style Painted Sofa ~ Canape
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Napoleon III Period Empire Style Painted Sofa ~ Canape with cut silk velvet
Silk, Walnut, Paint
nice 19th Century Aubusson Tapestry Sofa Cover
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
, purple, green and yellow, entirely handwoven, with wool and silk on cotton foundation, originally made
Wool, Silk
nice 19th Century Aubusson Tapestry Sofa Cover
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
, purple, green and yellow, entirely handwoven, with wool and silk on cotton foundation, originally made
Wool, Silk
Bobyrug’s nice 19th Century Aubusson Tapestry Sofa Cover
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
, purple, green and yellow, entirely handwoven, with wool and silk on cotton foundation, originally made
Wool, Silk
Salon Set Comprising One Sofa and 4 Armchairs Giltwood Louis XVI Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
famous dealer in fabric in Italy ,France Dimensins for the sofa L: 60 inch H: 40 inch D: 22inch
Fabric, Silk, Giltwood
19th Century Louis XVI Gustavian style Salon Suite 1 Sofà 6 Chairs 2 Armchairs
Located in Vigonza, Padua
They can be sold separately. -Sofa: measures cm. W 140, D 70, H 115/45 cm PRICE US
Silk, Walnut
18th Century French Rococo Sofa
Located in New York, NY
The walnut frame of this large, Louis XV-period sofa is unusual for its highly animated form. It is
Satin, Silk, Walnut
Unavailable|$1,900
1920's French Sofa
Located in Stamford, CT
1920's French sofa with walnut base and cream silk damask.
Walnut, Silk
Unavailable|$3,026
Pierre Picoud Colorful Silk and Velvet Double Side Sofa, 1988
Located in Lisbon, IT
Colourful double side sofa. Signed "Pierre Picoud 1988". A piece from the 1980s. The centre piece
Chrome
Unavailable|$3,390
Chic Large Luxurious French Carved Walnut Sofa with Provenance
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
French stylish sofa, a chic blend of a traditional eloquently hand carved rich walnut frame with
Silk, Upholstery, Walnut
Unavailable|$10,021
Megève Sofa by Hugues Chevalier, Leather & Wood, Modern Design, France
By Hugues Chevalier
Located in Munich, Bavaria
The Megève Sofa is the epitome of modern elegance, combining sleek design with a luxurious finish
Fabric, Silk, Wood, Boxwood, Leather
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
Unavailable|$2,200
19th Century Gilt Settee with Red Damask Silk
Located in Boston, MA
Upholstered settee in red damask with giltwood legs and fringe passementerie at base and arms. Matching gimp trimming on seat and back.
Upholstery, Giltwood
French Detailed Wood Doll Sofa Covered in Silk Fabric with Fabric Tacks and Feet
Located in Petaluma, CA
This is a lovely French doll sofa with great detail. It is in wood with beautiful silk fabric and
Wood
Louis XV Period Carved Beech Sofa or Canapé Upholstered in Teal Silk, circa 1750
Located in London, GB
. Supported on six cabriole legs terminating in scrolling feet. Recent upholstery in fine quality silk
Unavailable|$6,000
Carved Art Deco Sofa in Gold Leaf, France, circa 1940s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art Deco sofa with relief carving along the frame and ball feet in gold leaf. A stylized flower
Gold Leaf
French Chartreuse Silk Quatrefoil 3-Seat Sofa Kravet Couture, Yellow Green Couch
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An Art Deco inspired sofa in a dual-toned quatrefoil lush chartreuse French silk. Truly stunning
Silk
French Chartreuse Silk Quatrefoil 3-Seat Sofa Kravet Couture, Yellow Green Couch
Located in Brooklyn, NY
French Chartreuse Silk Quatrefoil 3-Seat Sofa Kravet Couture, Yellow Green Couch. An Art Deco
Silk
Opulent Pair of French Royal Blue & Gold Silk Damask Three-Cushion Sofas Couches
By Alberto Pinto
Located in Long Island City, NY, NY
Opulent pair of French royal blue and gold silk damask three-cushion sofas couches, designed by
Damask, Silk
Vintage Mid Century French Silk Brocade Down Filled Track Arm Sofa Couch Fringe
Located in Dayton, OH
Stunning mid century track arm sofa. A rectangular frame upholstered in an old world off-white silk
Silk, Hardwood
18th Century George III Giltwood Silk Upholstered French Hepplewhite Sofa
Located in Benington, Herts
A very elegant and well drawn 18th century George III giltwood settee / sofa / canapé in the French
Silk, Giltwood
Sold|$4,800
French Art Deco Sofa
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful French Art Deco sofa with a gesso applied to wood and gold leaf frame and reupholstered
Silk, Wood
Sold|$4,900
French Empire Style Sofa
By Meyer Gunther Martini
Located in Southampton, NJ
A small scale sofa in the French Empire style featuring exquisite curved Mahogany frame embellished
Silk, Mahogany
Sold|$6,800
french 1950's U shape sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful U shape sofa with silk fabic tufted upholstery and ebonized frame.
Wood, Silk
Sold|$2,470
19th Century Louis XV Style Sofa in Silk
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A late 19th Century French sofa in Louis XV Style, beech moulded frame carved with foliate
Silk, Beech
19th Century Louis XVI Style Giltwood and Silk Sofa
Located in Madrid, ES
Beautiful giltwood sofa covered with golden silk fabric in the Louis XVI style. Slightly distressed
Silk, Wood
Sold|$14,500
18th Century French Carved Walnut Canapé Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18th century French carved walnut canapé sofa with stretcher. There are eight beautifully turned
Silk, Walnut
19th Century Louis XVI Style Miles Redd Cubist Silk Sofa
Located in Houston, TX
We restyled this shabby 19th century Louis XVI giltwood sofa in Miles Redd's contemporary new
Silk, Wood
Sold|$2,980
19th Century French Louis XVI Painted Sofa
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French Louis XVI painted sofa is a study in Classic architecture that dates back to
Silk, Walnut
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
Louis XVI style Giltwood Sofa After a Model by G. Jacob, France, Circa 1880
By Georges Jacob
Located in PARIS, FR
Richly carved giltwood sofa, upholstered with a Tassinari & Chatel red silk ornamented with flowers
Silk, Giltwood
Sold|$7,900
Louis XVI Style Giltwood Sofa
Located in Pembroke, MA
Giltwood canape sofa with neoclassical detailing and new silk damask upholstery, including two down
Giltwood, Silk, Upholstery
1950s French, Green Louis XVI Carved Wood Sofa
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1950s French Louis XVI sofa. Silk fabric, a few stains on fabric. Arm pads are worn. Needs
Wood
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