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Rare Jas / James Shoolbred Antique Ebonised Aesthetic Period Sofa & 2 Chairs Salon Suite. C1880.
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Rare Jas / James Shoolbred Antique Ebonised Aesthetic Period Sofa & 2 Chairs Salon Suite. C1880.

19th century
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Rare Jas / James Shoolbred Antique Aesthetic Period Sofa & 2 Chairs Salon Suite. Circa1880.

Absolutely stunning and rare James Shoolbred Antique Aesthetic Movement Period Sofa & 2 Chairs (Salon Suite). Upholstered in an opulent apple green velvet chenille fabric, with red and gold braid trim. Gilt central flower medallions (carved) central to the chairs, and one at each end on the sofa.

The quality and workmanship is superb with some incredibly finely chased detailing on the ebonised frames. Further decorative patterning within the exposed mahogony panels and gilt decoration to the turned sections. Each piece is stamped Shoolbred and numbered. Some reupholstering and fading over time, but still perfectly useable and clean.

Evidence of a good repair to the rear leg of the sofa and normal wear and tear commensurate with age and use.

Overall an extremely fine and superb quality aesthetic movement period Sofa and 2 chairs, made by one of the finest furniture makers of the time.

Dimensions:

Sofa 153cm longest x 66cm deepest x 97cm back height x 60cm seat depth x 39cm seat height.

Chairs 66cm widest x 66cm deepest x 60cm seat depth x 39cm seat height x 93cm back height.

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Dragoncharger Antiques has dated this Ebonised Aesthetic Movement Suite to the 1880s.

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SA1102025
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D:00032
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Rare Jas / James Shoolbred Antique Aesthetic Period Sofa & 2 Chairs Salon Suite. Circa1880.
Absolutely stunning and rare James Shoolbred Antique Aesthetic Movement Period Sofa & 2 Chairs (Salon Suite).
Dragoncharger Antiques

Upholstered in an opulent apple green velvet chenille fabric, with red and gold braid trim. Gilt central flower medallions (carved) central to the chairs, and one at each end on the sofa.

fig 1. An ebonised Aesthetic Movement salon suite comprising a button-tufted olive green velvet sofa and two matching armchairs with turned spindles and marquetry details.
fig 1. Rare Jas / James Shoolbred Antique Ebonised Aesthetic Period Sofa & 2 Chairs Salon Suite. C1880.

The quality and workmanship is superb with some incredibly finely chased detailing on the ebonised frames. Further decorative patterning within the exposed mahogony panels and gilt decoration to the turned sections. Each piece is stamped Shoolbred and numbered. Some reupholstering and fading over time, but still perfectly useable and clean.

fig 2. An ebonised Aesthetic Movement salon suite comprising a button-tufted olive green velvet sofa and two matching armchairs with turned spindles and marquetry details.
fig 2. Rare Jas / James Shoolbred Antique Ebonised Aesthetic Period Sofa & 2 Chairs Salon Suite. C1880.

Evidence of a good repair to the rear leg of the sofa and normal wear and tear commensurate with age and use.

Overall an extremely fine and superb quality aesthetic movement period Sofa and 2 chairs, made by one of the finest furniture makers of the time.

Dimensions:

Sofa 153cm longest x 66cm deepest x 97cm back height x 60cm seat depth x 39cm seat height.

Chairs 66cm widest x 66cm deepest x 60cm seat depth x 39cm seat height x 93cm back height.

Date of Manufacture

Dragoncharger Antiques has dated this Ebonised Aesthetic Movement Suite to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1102025
Dealers Internal Ref
D:00032
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Archive I An ebonised Aesthetic Movement salon suite comprising a button-tufted olive green velvet sofa and two matching armchairs with turned spindles and marquetry details.

Rare Jas / James Shoolbred Antique Ebonised Aesthetic Period Sofa & 2 Chairs Salon Suite. C1880.

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An ebonised Aesthetic Movement salon suite comprising a button-tufted olive green velvet sofa and two matching armchairs with turned spindles and marquetry details.
Rare Jas / James Shoolbred Antique Ebonised Aesthetic Period Sofa & 2 Chairs Salon Suite. C1880.
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Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

The Aesthetic Movement, prominent from the 1870s to 1890s, prioritised artistic quality over historical revivalism, featuring refined joinery, Japanese influence, dark ebonised finishes, and delicate gilding or marquetry detailing.

Cabinetmakers used hardwoods finished with dark ebonised varnish, rich silk or velvet upholstery, turned timber spindles, and decorative marquetry or brass mountings.

Authentic pieces frequently bear stamped brass makers plates or direct timber impressions marked Jas Shoolbred & Co, alongside registration numbers and precision joinery.

Pair dark ebonised frames and velvet upholstery with neutral walls, contemporary abstract art, and minimalist brass lighting to create a focused contrast in a modern scheme.

Clean ebonised timber using a dry microfibre cloth while avoiding harsh solvents, and vacuum velvet upholstery gently with a soft brush attachment.
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