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ANTIQUE 19TH CENTURY HAND CARVED SiLVER METAL WRAP TETE A TETE CONVERSATION SOFA

$8,180.30
£5,950
€6,999.46
CA$11,199.24
A$12,546.77
CHF 6,530.58
MX$152,795.64
NOK 83,190.91
SEK 78,342.36
DKK 52,250.08
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Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super rare, highly collectable, ornately hand carved, Antique Italian “Tete a Tete” Conversation couch with silver metal foil wrapped frame in the style of the antique Klismos chairs Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price A very good looking, rare and collectable pieces of antique furniture. This would have been used in a library or study for literary, conversation. It seats three as you can see and would have been in High society It is the only one of its type I have ever seen, there are Regency Klismos Rams head armchairs out there that are formed in the same manner Condition wise, the frame is 100% solid and stable, there are small losses as you would expect to the silver finish here and there which is authentic patina, the upholstery is a silk blend mix and its worn through in a few places, I would recommend reupholstering it in a fabric of your choice Dimensions Height:- 97cm Width:- 114cm Depth:- 114cm Seat height:- 40cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point, if you would like any additional or specific measurements please ask Any questions please feel free to ask before you bid Condition Please view the very detailed pictures as they form part of the description around condition Please note vintage period and original items such as leather seating will always have natural patina in the form of cracking creasing and wear, we recommend regular waxing to ensure no moisture is lost, also hand dyed leather is not recommended to sit in direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time as it will dry out and fade.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 38.19 in (97 cm)Width: 44.89 in (114 cm)Depth: 44.89 in (114 cm)Seat Height: 15.75 in (40 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    West Sussex, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2823345956562

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