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French Cream Painted Louis Xvi Style Sofa, Circa 1900
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
for sale €4,446     $4,826
£3,800
Patrick Moorhead Antiques

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French Cream Painted Louis Xvi Style Sofa, Circa 1900

1900 - 1920
Description

A good quality early 20th Century French cream painted three seater sofa, having carved scrolling foliate and fluted decoration, raised on turned taper legs.

Batch 73 BYZKN

Physical Dimensions
Height
102cm (40.16")
Width
132cm (51.97")
Depth
64cm (25.20")
Declaration

Patrick Moorhead Antiques has dated this Louis Xvi Style Sofa to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1007839
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SKU00001880
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Description
A good quality early 20th Century French cream painted three seater sofa, having carved scrolling foliate and fluted decoration, raised on turned taper legs.

Batch 73 BYZKN

Height
102cm (40.16")
Width
132cm (51.97")
Depth
64cm (25.20")
Date of Manufacture

Patrick Moorhead Antiques has dated this Louis Xvi Style Sofa to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1007839
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00001880
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2018

Patrick moorhead has been one of the uk's finest trade-only antique furniture and art dealers for over 30 years.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Patrick Moorhead Antiques Profile Page

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Patrick Moorhead Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A French Louis XVI style two-seater settee featuring a carved gold-finish frame, fluted legs, and red Neoclassical pattern upholstery.
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Archive I A French Louis XVI style two-seater settee featuring a carved gold-finish frame, fluted legs, and red Neoclassical pattern upholstery.

French Cream painted Louis XVI style sofa, circa 1900

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Patrick Moorhead Antiques

Patrick Moorhead Antiques
Telephone 077 1010 7505
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Spring Gardens
76 Church Street
Brighton
East Sussex
BN1 1RL
United Kingdom
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Patrick Moorhead Antiques
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A French Louis XVI style two-seater settee featuring a carved gold-finish frame, fluted legs, and red Neoclassical pattern upholstery.
French Cream painted Louis XVI style sofa, circa 1900
Ref: SA1007839
A French Louis XVI style two-seater settee featuring a carved gold-finish frame, fluted legs, and red Neoclassical pattern upholstery.
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Originating in late 18th-century France, Louis XVI seating is defined by a return to classical antiquity, characterised by straight lines, geometric frame shapes, fluted tapered legs, and decorative Neoclassical motifs such as ribbons, rosettes, and urns.

Frames were typically carved from durable hardwoods like beech or walnut, which were then either gilded with leaf or painted in muted shades. Upholstery traditionally utilised silk damask, brocade, or tapestry fabrics secured with brass upholstery tacks.

Look for Neoclassical proportions, including straight backrests, square joint blocks decorated with rosettes, and round, fluted legs that taper towards the feet. Evidence of hand-carving, traditional joinery, and genuine leaf gilding or distressed layered paint help establish age.

A Louis XVI settee functions as a statement accent piece in entry halls, bedrooms, or formal drawing rooms. Pairing the ornate carved frame and rich fabric against clean architectural lines and neutral walls creates an elegant contrast in contemporary settings.

Dust the carved gilded frame regularly with a dry, soft brush to avoid lifting fragile gold leaf, avoiding liquid cleaners or harsh polish. Vacuum upholstery gently using a low-suction fabric attachment and keep the item away from direct sunlight to prevent silk fading.
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