Pair of Classic Upholstered Sofas in Blue & Gold Stripe Damask
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Pair of Classic Upholstered Sofas in Blue & Gold Stripe Damask A handsome matched pair of upholstered sofas, featuring a timeless blue and gold striped damask fabric.
Damask
Vintage French country inspired hand carved Damask sofa
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a vintage French country inspired Damask sofa. The sofa has gold Damask upholstery with a coordinating brocade border around the edges of the upholstery.
Damask, Wood
Georgian Style Sofa in Red and Gold Damask Upholstery, Carved Mahogany
Located in Queens, NY
English Georgian style (Mid-20th Century) large camel back sofa with scrolled arms in a red and gold damask upholstery and carved mahogany legs (matching smaller loveseat: 063918A)
Damask
Unavailable
H 49.22 in W 63 in D 35.44 in
Two Seater Blue Damask Sofa in Gold Leaf Carving by Modenese Interiors
By Modenese Gastone
Located in PADOVA, Italy
True essence of the artisanal work is shown through this luxurious classic two seater sofa. A highest quality blend of fabric choice and texture, the recreation of luxe indigo - gold...
Marble, Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf
Unavailable
H 38 in W 28 in D 2 in
19th Century Oil Painting "The Toilette of Venus" after Francois Boucher
Located in Pasadena, CA
The carved and gilded rococo sofa, the silk, velvet, and gold damask drapery, are heavy and elaborate enough for the Victorian era. " It is important to note that the back of the ...
Canvas
1940s Empire Sofa In Gold Damask & Carved Walnut
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegantly designed sofa from the early 1940s in a beautiful gold silky damask upholstery.
Walnut, Silk, Damask, Upholstery
1940s Empire Sofa In Gold Damask And Carved Walnut
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegantly designed sofa from the early 1940s in a beautiful gold silky damask upholstery.
Walnut, Silk, Damask, Upholstery
Sold
H 41 in W 97.5 in D 37.3 in
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 Alberto Pinto in Paris, circa 1990s in the Versace style.
Damask, Silk
Sold
H 40 in W 63.5 in D 22 in
Glamorous French Louis XVI Style Gold Giltwood Sofa with Damask Upholstery
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Glamorous French Louis XVI style sofa having a carved wooden gold gilt frame with lovely patina, upholstered in a raised damask fabric, all in great shape.
Upholstery, Giltwood
1940s Empire Three-Seat Sofa in Gold Damask and Carved Walnut
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegantly designed sofa from the early 1940s in a beautiful gold silky damask upholstery.
Upholstery, Walnut
Sold
H 36.62 in W 87.8 in D 42.92 in
Duresta “Trafalgar” 2 Sofa & Armchair Suite, in Red & Gold Damask
Located in Barrowford, GB
On offer on this occasion is a superb, majestic, pristine suite of seating consisting of a pair of Duresta "Trafalgar" sofas (one a 3-Seat cushion-back Sofa, and the other a 2.5-seat...
Fabric
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 silk fabric.
Wood
English Chippendale Style Camel Back Gold Damask Upholstered Sofa
Located in Queens, NY
English Chippendale-style (20th century) 3-seat camel back sofa with gold damask upholstery with a diamond pattern and mahogany legs with stretcher.
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Mahogany
Sold
H 31.5 in W 76.5 in D 32 in
19th Century Regency Sofa with Gold Damask Upholstery and Carved Mahogany
By Interi
Located in Columbia, SC
19th century Regency sofa with gold damask upholstery and hand-carved mahogany.
Satin, Mahogany
$1,782Sale Price|20% Off
H 40.16 in W 64.97 in D 23.63 in
Antique Louis XV style 19th century Sofa, French
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
This hand-carved and decorated wooden sofa from the mid-19th century captures timeless French elegance. Featuring a graceful curved back, intricate floral carvings in the Louis XV ta...
Velvet, Walnut
$3,885Sale Price|20% Off
H 35.04 in W 49.22 in D 29.53 in
Decorative French Sofa, Canapé in Louis XVI Seize
Located in Berlin, DE
Solid beechwood, carved and set in gold. Semi circular rising backrest framing with openwork rocaille crowning. Appropriately curved frame with richly ornate carved foliage. Slightly...
Beech
Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Sofa with Cream Damask Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant Louis XV style sofa features a hand carved walnut frame with graceful curves, floral accents, and a deep serpentine front, true to the Rococo spirit of 18th-century Fren...
Walnut
Fine Pair Of Custom Upholstered Loveseats
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A fine pair of loveseats with simple elegance, showcasing two-seat designs with gently rounded backs, plush curved arms, and skirted aprons. Fitted with two loose cushions. Upholster...
Fabric, Wood
$3,850
H 33 in W 92 in D 36.5 in
Elegant English Rolled Arm Sofa in a Bold Striped Tone-on-Tone Fabric
Located in Bronx, NY
The loose seat, tight back sofa offers excellent comfort and look at the same time.
Upholstery
$2,248Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 33 in W 58 in D 32 in
Pair Taylor-King Queen Anne Camelback Sofa Loveseat Floral Blue White Stripe
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
This is a very sweet and comfy pair of sofas or loveseats with stylish blue and white floral striped upholstery, classic humpbacks or camelbacks and rolled arms. The upholstery has m...
Upholstery, Wood
Small Scale French Napoleon III Settee in Red Velvet
Located in Buchanan, NY
A magnificent small scale 19th century French Napoleon III “chapeau de gendarme” style settee in red velvet with contrasting bullion fringe. This lovely small scale French Napoleon ...
Upholstery
French 1950s Knole-Style Sofa in Brocade Fabric
Located in Zhongzheng Dist., TW
This sofa, crafted in France around the 1950s, is a Knole-style piece distinguished by its classical proportions and refined structure. The high back and tall arms are connected by c...
Fabric, Brocade
Arts and Crafts Blue Stripe Sofa
By Liberty & Co.
Located in Faversham, GB
A wonderful and unique Arts and Crafts sofa in original blue stripe ticking upholstery. With a generous straight back, accompanied by gently scrolled padded arms that lead to two la...
Linen, Upholstery, Oak
Vintage 90" Carved Louis XV Style Sofa
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a early 20th Century Louis XV Style French sofa. The sofa is finely carved along the back/head rail and the base. The arms are carved and curve as they join the base. The leg...
Wood, Upholstery
19th Century Antique English Mahogany Settee
Located in Nottingham, GB
A handsome 19th-century English settee, finely crafted from mahogany and distinguished by its elegant proportions, sweeping arms and beautifully shaped cabriole legs. The substantia...
Upholstery, Mahogany
$8,500 / set
H 36.5 in W 97 in D 26 in
Elegant Pair of George II Style Sofas, Walnut & Upholstery, England
Located in El Monte, CA
An elegant pair of English George II style camel back sofas with eight finely carved walnut claw and ball feet. Upholstered with Scalamandré beautiful fabric in fair condition.
Upholstery, Walnut
$3,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 26 in W 27 in D 28 in
Pair of Oxford Ltd Saffron Striped Barrel Lounge Chairs
By Oxford Ltd.
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Oxford Ltd lounge chairs with carved walnut Regency frame. Saber front and back legs with nicely detailed arms and back. Fixed button tufted back cushion, loose seat cushion ...
Upholstery, Walnut
$2,200
H 36.5 in W 46 in D 27 in
Antique French Louis XV Rococo Style Ornate Carved Walnut Settee Loveseat Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Louis XV Rococo Style Ornate Carved Walnut Settee Loveseat Sofa. Item features remarkable and fine carvings throughout, solid wood frame, beautiful wood grain, cabriol...
Mahogany, Walnut
$2,150 / set
H 31.25 in W 20.25 in D 25 in
Pair of French Louis XV Style Distressed Accent Chairs With Striped Upholstery
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 31 1/4in W: 20 1/4in D: 25in SH: 19in This is a very nice pair of French Louis XV Style Distressed Accent Chairs With Striped Upholstery. They are finely carved and ...
Upholstery, Wood
Victorian Carved Wood Settee
Located in San Francisco, CA
C. 20th century Victorian carved wood settee w/ light blue ribbed velvet.
Velvet, Wood
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
Vintage Boho Waxed Chintz Camelback Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Make a bold statement with this Vintage Boho Waxed Chintz Camelback Sofa. Featuring the classic elegance of a camelback silhouette, this sofa is wrapped in vibrant, waxed chintz fabr...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
$3,710Sale Price|30% Off
H 32.5 in W 85 in D 28 in
Antique 19th C. American Empire Flame Mahogany Claw Foot Parlor Sofa Couch 85"
Located in Dayton, OH
Fine American Empire parlor sofa / couch with classical form and masterful carvings. Made of flamed mahogany featuring carved back crest and flared rolled arms accented with carved f...
Mahogany, Burl
$1,760Sale Price|20% Off
H 34.5 in W 85.75 in D 37 in
Vintage English Georgian Style Camel Back Sofa 20thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
Vintage English Georgian Style Camel Back Sofa 20thC Measures - 34 1/2" x 85 5/8" x 37" An English Georgian style camel back sofa from the 20th century. This piece features a camel...
Upholstery
$3,408 / item
H 31 in W 72 in D 31 in
Madison Slip Covered Ticking Stripe Linen Sofa with Scallop Skirt Down Cushion
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Madison Slip Covered Sofa Our sofa has been designed with a linen slip cover in a flax with ecorcé (bark/brown) ticking stripe. The fabric is designed and made specially for us! The ...
Linen, Foam, Wood
English George III Camel Back Sofa, Circa 1770-1790 for Restoration
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Early Camel Back Sofa having rolled arms with brass tack decoration over a rectangular shaped seat raised on stop-reeded mahogany block legs with triple H stretcher supports. Dimen...
Fabric, Wood
19th Century Italian Walnut Sofa from Tuscany
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Elegant early 19th Century Italian, Northern Tuscan, sofa. With gently curved back and gilded scroll details to each arm. Of walnut construction with hand carved details to each leg,...
Upholstery, Walnut
20th Century English Chinese Chippendale Camelback Sofa with Stripes
Located in Queens, NY
English Chinese Chippendale style (1st half 20th Century) camelback sofa / settee having rolled arms and a large seat cushion with a red and white stripped upholstery resting on legs...
Bamboo
$11,750
H 27 in W 94 in D 35 in
19th Century English Chesterfield Sofa, Tufted Leather, Chestnut Brown
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian style chesterfield sofa upholstered in warm chestnut brown tufted leather and resting on six wooden bun feet with casters.
Chestnut
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