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Antique French Napoleon III Sofa, for Upholstery
Nikki Page Antiques
for sale €1,697     $1,842
£1,450
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Antique French Napoleon III Sofa, for Upholstery

19th century
Description

A lovely shape and size 19th Century French Napoleon III buttoned back sofa. Seat depth 23 inches.

Width: 60 inches (152 cm)

Height: 33 inches (84 cm)

Depth: 32.5 inches (83 cm)

A large selection of antique chairs can be found together on my website in, "Seating". Pairs, single chairs, stools and sofas. wwww.nikkipageantiques.com

Physical Dimensions
Height
84cm (33.07")
Width
152cm (59.84")
Depth
83cm (32.68")
Declaration

Nikki Page Antiques has dated this Napoleon III Upholstered Sofa to the 19th Century.

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SA1151098
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Description
A lovely shape and size 19th Century French Napoleon III buttoned back sofa. Seat depth 23 inches.

Width: 60 inches (152 cm)

Height: 33 inches (84 cm)

Depth: 32.5 inches (83 cm)

A large selection of antique chairs can be found together on my website in, "Seating". Pairs, single chairs, stools and sofas. wwww.nikkipageantiques.com

Height
84cm (33.07")
Width
152cm (59.84")
Depth
83cm (32.68")
Date of Manufacture

Nikki Page Antiques has dated this Napoleon III Upholstered Sofa to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1151098
Nikki Page Antiques
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A nineteenth-century French Napoleon III sofa featuring button-tufted gold and blue striped damask fabric with turned dark wooden legs on castors.
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Archive I A nineteenth-century French Napoleon III sofa featuring button-tufted gold and blue striped damask fabric with turned dark wooden legs on castors.

Antique French Napoleon III sofa, for upholstery

Archive II A nineteenth-century French Napoleon III sofa featuring button-tufted gold and blue striped damask fabric with turned dark wooden legs on castors. View II
Archive III A nineteenth-century French Napoleon III sofa featuring button-tufted gold and blue striped damask fabric with turned dark wooden legs on castors. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for A nineteenth-century French Napoleon III sofa featuring button-tufted gold and blue striped damask fabric with turned dark wooden legs on castors.
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Archive VI A nineteenth-century French Napoleon III sofa featuring button-tufted gold and blue striped damask fabric with turned dark wooden legs on castors. View VI
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Nikki Page Antiques

Nikki Page Antiques
Telephone 01622 815648 or 07836 662642
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Tunbridge Wells
Kent
United Kingdom
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A nineteenth-century French Napoleon III sofa featuring button-tufted gold and blue striped damask fabric with turned dark wooden legs on castors.
Antique French Napoleon III sofa, for upholstery
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A nineteenth-century French Napoleon III sofa featuring button-tufted gold and blue striped damask fabric with turned dark wooden legs on castors.
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Napoleon III seating emerged in France during the mid-to-late nineteenth century, characterised by plush upholstery, deep button tufting, and low, comfortable frames. The design often conceals much of the wooden structure, featuring dark ebonised or turned legs set on castors.

Frames were typically constructed from hardwoods such as beech, fitted with steel coil springs and webbing. Traditional filling consisted of horsehair, coir, and cotton felt, upholstered in rich silk damasks, brocades, or velvets.

Authentic pieces feature dense, heavy frame construction, traditional hand-tied coil springs, horsehair padding, and hand-stitched buttoning. The legs are typically short, turned or tapered, made from dark or ebonised wood, and fitted with brass castors.

Reupholstering the frame in a modern neutral linen or vibrant plain velvet creates a contemporary focal point while retaining historic lines. Positioning the sofa alongside minimal modern lighting and clean-lined tables balances the ornate silhouette.

Vacuum the fabric gently using a soft brush attachment to prevent dust accumulation. Keep the piece out of direct sunlight to avoid fading, and consult a professional textile conservator for spot cleaning or full upholstery restoration.
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