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Early 20th Century Knole Settee

About the Item

A beutiful early 20th century Knole Settee with drop ends in the traditional style, handmade with fully jointed original wooden frame. Upholstered some 8 years ago in a high quality gold coloured damask but in excellent condion with little or no signs of wear. No stains or marks or damage. Height given is to top of arms and back excluding finials. (Often incorrectly spelt Knowle. Originally designed for the Knole House in Sevenoaks, West Kent England in the early 1600s, the Knole sofa has deep roots in the aristocracy of Great Britain. This stately settee was the pinnacle of luxury furniture, made for the use of the aristocrats and royal family who resided within Knole House. ).
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 34.65 in (88 cm)Width: 61.82 in (157 cm)Depth: 30.71 in (78 cm)Seat Height: 14.97 in (38 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1920
  • Condition:
    Reupholstered.
  • Seller Location:
    Folkestone, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6227233898032
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