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19th Century Swedish Canapé Sofa

About the Item

19th century Swedish canapé sofa: beautifully carved, gray painted sofa adorned with exceptional foliate motif decoration. Newly upholstered with down-wrap cushion. Note: Regional differences in humidity and climate during shipping may cause antique and vintage wood to shrink and/or split along its grain, veneer to loosen and/or peel, and painted finishes and gilt to crack and flake.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 33.5 in (85.09 cm)Width: 74 in (187.96 cm)Depth: 31 in (78.74 cm)Seat Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XV (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1850-1870
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. Sofa is newly upholstered in white muslin - ready to be covered in your own fabric. Painted finish not original.
  • Seller Location:
    Houston, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: SF3081A1stDibs: LU984722294972

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