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19th Century Italian Painted Canapes Sofa

$4,111.26
$5,139.0820% Off
£3,000
£3,75020% Off
€3,499.99
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CA$5,631.40
CA$7,039.2520% Off
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NOK 41,769.60
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About the Item

A stunning 19th century sofa or bench settee in a distressed grey painted finish. The sofa has a wide rectangular padded back with open padded arms and a generous rectangular padded seat. This model is unusual in its size and elaborate use of stretchers uniting the base. The frame is raised on eight turned feet. The sofa has been fully restored, stripped back to the original solid pegged frame, padding, hessian lining, and calico coverings added to the front, back and arms. Ready for re-upholstery or to be left in its current clothes if preferred. Italian, circa 1850. TOTAL H: 95.5 CM H: 37.5 INCHES L: 180 CM L: 70.8 INCHES D: 83.5 CM D: 32.8 INCHES SEAT HEIGHT H: 44 CM H: 17.3 INCHES SEAT DEPTH D: 68.5 CM D: 26.9 INCHES
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 37.6 in (95.5 cm)Width: 70.87 in (180 cm)Depth: 32.88 in (83.5 cm)Seat Height: 17.33 in (44 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1850
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Faversham, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 15331stDibs: LU7929239987792

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